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My 9 month old baby, teeth have not grown

2011-06-04T16:16:00.000-07:00

My 9 month old baby, but my baby teeth have not appeared? The problem is that age baby are teething, there is another 4-6 months time ya weight pretty healthy but why 7-9 months old when her weight decreased, whether caused my baby often falls yes, almost 9 times. I was worried about the previous answer please thanks

Answer :

Indeed the emergence of teeth in baby can not be generalized.

There are baby teeth that have emerged at age 4 and even 3 months. There is also a 12-month-old but had not yet emerged ONE tooth.

Hereditary factors are very influential.

Perhaps you and / or your husband also have a common history with your baby

Baby at birth congenital hair should always be shaved?

2011-06-04T16:10:00.000-07:00

If every baby at birth congenital hair should always be shaved? Will it affect the growth if not shaved?

Answer :

Indeed there are many reasons for the need to shave baby's hair. Start the teachings of religion, part of the culture, to hygiene reasons. Whatever the effect, shave baby's hair does have many benefits, including;

Clean the fat. As I passed the birth canal, a lot of fat and the "dirt" attached to the mother's womb baby in the whole body, including in her hair. Not to mention the dirt from the baby itself, like spit on a pillow which is then attached to the hair. By washing alone may not be enough, until the pile of grease and grime should be cleaned by shaving the hair.

So as not easily irritated. By shaving the baby's hair, the mother easily observe if there was something unexpected, such as irritation, ulcers, wounds, and so forth.

To be "cool". With no hair, of course the movement of air around the baby will easily be enjoyed by the skin of his head. That way she would feel more comfortable, especially for baby who live in tropical climates.

My Baby is sweating a lot

2011-06-04T16:07:00.000-07:00

My baby aged 7 months every day he's sweating a lot. half an hour once dressed my baby .. especially if you're sleeping .. he sweat so much to wet the bed .. I was very worried at all .. please explain what the danger is not or that disease or not? thanks

Answer :

If your baby a lot of sweat, a sign that the sweat glands to function properly. Therefore, transpiration, including the process of excretion, ie remove the remains of salt, as well as toxins in the body. In addition, to remove heat in the body and make the skin surface temperature to be dropped.

With increasing age of the baby, the condition will gradually improve naturally. But of course the child should have normal growth and development as a whole.

Number of sweat on the baby certainly can not be compared directly with health conditions that occur in adults, especially with elderly age. In the period that age, organ function in the decline and possible hidden diseases. One of the symptoms of the disease is excessive sweat production.

But it would not hurt if your baby was taken to a pediatrician

My baby teeth is rough and sharp

2011-06-04T16:04:00.000-07:00

My baby is now 6.5 months old and one of the lower teeth have emerged, although not perfect. very sharp and rough surface. when she was breast milk feeding will be felt once the friction of the teeth, and for me will cause intense pain somewhat. whether the growth of my baby teeth is normal (rough and sharp)? thanks

Answer :

This is normal., for babies his age, most likely caused by dental conditions such as heredity. To overcome this should be started later when replacement of milk teeth to permanent teeth, when age children about 6 years.

My baby's fever reached 38 cause teething ?

2011-06-04T16:00:00.000-07:00

My baby is now showing signs of fever since 3 o'clock this morning and I give PRAXION drops for fever, and his fever has come down, if each time it appears tooth, baby's fever reached 38? Because the prospective candidates are already visible teeth about 3 days ago. Should I take her to the doctor?

Answer :

You need to know, that the baby teething process will not be to cause high fever, runny nose, or diarrhea in your baby. If your baby is very fussy, high fever and diarrhea, you should consult a pediatrician, because this all has nothing to do with the teething process.

Why my baby can not be turned from stomach potition?

2011-06-04T15:56:00.000-07:00

I am a mother of 5-month-old baby, but why until to now he still can not be turned from stomach potition?

Answer :

Not to worry. Baby's ability to stomach them also influenced by body weight. Try just trained to stomach ...

My baby's teeth grow 8 and difficult to eat

2011-06-04T15:53:00.000-07:00

My baby's teeth grow 8, now he is difficult to eat, is only with milk is enough for baby development? My baby is very strong considering only drinking milk, thank you

Answer :

Of course milk is not enough. Your baby will need a complete nutrition and can not be obtained simply by giving the milk ...

At what age does a baby can see clearly ?

2011-06-04T15:49:00.000-07:00

At what age does a baby can see clearly and what signs that baby able to see clearly ?

Answer :

Usually a baby can see quite clearly after the age of 2 months. Before that, when aged about 2 weeks even babies can normally see, but still very vague.

The signs of a baby can see clearly, his eyes often focused on something continuously, especially near objects.

How do i clean 9-month-old baby teeth ?

2011-06-04T15:46:00.000-07:00

My baby girls aged 9 months 9 day, now her teeth already have 6, 4 above and 2 below. Since teeth appear first 4.5 months of age I usually clean it with gauze soaked in water distinguished by using the finger. We recommend that if I replace with a toothbrush, and brush teeth who like what? please let example. Is there in sales at the supermarket?

Answer :

When baby teeth begin to grow, start using a small toothbrush with soft surfaces and stronger than nylon material. Do not forget wetted first.

For children, because the size of the oral cavity is very small, it should form the brush head is also small and flat, so that your child's teeth could reach the hall very narrow.

There are really at the supermarket, you're looking just to stay in accordance with the above characteristics.

The myth about baby ability to walk?

2011-06-04T15:43:00.000-07:00

1. What is true if the teeth appear first baby means the ability to run longer?

2. My baby is 8 months old and swollen gums, whether toothpaste should be given?

Answer :

This assumption is just a myth ... nothing to do with teething delays the ability to walk, talk, etc..

Try using a small toothbrush and seat it in your lap. If he did not want to use toothpaste, it does not matter. Brush teeth inside and out with horizontal and vertical movement. Because he could not gargle, provide a damp cloth to wipe the teeth and mouth after you've finished.

Is it permissible given baby 8 months toothpaste ?

2011-06-03T06:16:00.000-07:00

Question : Is it permissible given baby 8 months toothpaste

Answer :

For your baby, try using a small toothbrush and seat it in your lap. If he did not want to use toothpaste, it does not matter. Brush teeth inside and out with horizontal and vertical movement. Because he could not gargle, provide a damp cloth to wipe the teeth and mouth after you've finished.

4 Month old baby, tooth has not come out

2011-06-03T06:11:00.000-07:00

Question : My baby Abdurrahman Musa has since from 3 months like inserting a finger or an object in his hand into the mouth. And also spending a lot of saliva. Now Moses was 4 months, 4 mei tomorrow inshaAllah 5 months, but his teeth had not yet appear. Is my baby's habits were not signs of teething?

Answer :

If you have not seen his teeth sticking out, it's not?
If you see signs such as teeth would appear (fever, irritability, etc.), but does not appear your teeth, it's good if sent to doctor.

Is it normal baby 3.5 months, teething ?

2011-06-03T06:07:00.000-07:00

Question : My baby is 3.5 months old who I want to ask, could the baby teeth to grow at 3.5 months of age? because my baby is such a distinguished show features described Upper, fussy, sleep less soundly, like insert a finger into his mouth.

Answer :

Maybe sir

Glad to help :-)

How long does a baby fever due to teething ?

2011-06-03T06:03:00.000-07:00

Question : I asked, if baby aged 1.5 years. Then teething side of the rear right and left simultaneously were 4. The baby was 7 days fever heat. we consult a doctor. How long does a fever due to teething ?

Answer :
Mr. Normal approximately 1-3 days. If the baby has a fever and parents doubt the cause is a tooth that would arise, for surely bring your baby to the pediatrician. If indeed the problem is due to teething, usually the doctor will give medicine for fever only.

The number of milk teeth 20. Dentition:

Upper molars:
Central incisors - 8-12 months
Second incisors - 8-13 months
Fangs - 16-23 months
First molars - 13-19 months
Second molar 25 -33 months

Lower Teeth:
Central incisors - 6-10 months
Dental Series two - 10-16 months
Fangs - 16-23 months
First molar - 13-19 months
Second molars - 23-31 months

What is the normal weight babies 1 year ?

2011-06-03T05:58:00.000-07:00

Question : My baby is very active. almost all in a state of awake, he is always moving. now age 11 months, will be 1 year on 18 May. now weighing 8.3 kg. whether that is enough weight or less, please explanation ?

Answer :
Enough.
Normally 1 year old baby weighs about 7 to 9.5 kg.

Why my baby crawled backwards ?

2011-06-03T05:53:00.000-07:00

Question : My baby is 5 months, since this is my first child so do not understand the processes of infants in each month, was at the age of 5 months the baby has to try to crawl, why my baby crawled backwards, this is so early that the baby would have to crawl backwards first, if anyone can help me donk ask information about the process - the process if you want to crawl

Answer :

Indeed, an early stage before edging ahead is crawling back once :-) After that the baby will crawl forward on her stomach, after which it will sit alone while reclining with his hands, a new crawl.

It's not all baby stages of development, exactly the same. For your baby, is still quite normal really do not worry ...

My baby upper teeth growing big size ?

2011-06-03T05:49:00.000-07:00

Question : My baby is teething now, teething 2 below and 1 above, I question the small upper teeth grow Zig zag, big size? please tell me why this could happen, what causes it and what the best solution for my baby?

Answer :
For babies the same age, most likely caused by dental conditions such as heredity. To overcome this should be started later when replacement of milk teeth to permanent teeth, when age children about 6 years.

How do I take care of baby's teeth

2011-06-03T05:45:00.000-07:00

Question : My baby is 1 year this month. His teeth have grown 4 upper and 4 lower. How do I take care of her teeth, I already get used to brush your teeth, but why there seems to be rock bottom teeth are yellowish color. although brushed but not lost. What it will cause black teeth? Thank you

Answer :
Use a small toothbrush and seat the baby on your lap. If he did not want to use toothpaste, it does not matter. Brush teeth inside and out with horizontal and vertical movement. Because he could not gargle, provide a damp cloth to wipe the teeth and mouth after you've finished.

Regarding the color of baby teeth, you do not need to worry because it's still milk teeth, rather than permanent teeth.

My baby is just teething, age 9 months. Is Too Late?

2011-06-03T05:06:00.000-07:00

Question : My baby is just teething, age 9 months. Is Too Late?

Answer :

If still not too late.

A pacifier problem, most experts say that A pacifier do not affect the tooth structure, especially nowadays, it is A pacifier that looks tailored to the development of babies jaw.

However, A pacifier still have positive and negative aspects. Positive? Among them, help calm the babies, helps her sleep more quickly, helping to divert his attention, instead of finger sucking habit.

Negative? Among them, creating dependency on the A pacifier, a babies does not want to suck the breast nipple and ear canal infection in some cases.

When the babies can eat porridge?

2011-06-03T05:01:00.000-07:00

Question : My babies 3 months with a weight of 5.2 was included obesity?
When the babies 4 months can be given to eat porridge?

Answer :

As a guide, normal weight babies will be 2 times the weight of the birth at the age of 5 months and a 3-fold birth weight at the age of 12 months.

One of the main causes of obesity in infants is feeding before age 6 months. So, if your breast milk is enough, do not need to give him food before the age of 6 months.

When babies can sleep on stomach?

2011-06-03T04:55:00.000-07:00

Question : My baby is 4 months old still can not face down over itself and hold his head. When babies can sleep on stomach?

Answer :

Babies begin to roll to his stomach in the range of 2-6 months.

It greatly affects the weight factor. Babies who are active with light weight will roll faster than a calm babies with heavy weight will be slower to get rolling into the prone position.

So do not worry about your baby's development.

Baby Upper Gums And Uneven Teeth

2011-06-03T04:51:00.000-07:00

Question : I have a son named Daniel Farish Ahmad aged 1 yr. Danny now has 2 bottom teeth stem emerging from the age of 7 months .. now look canines first appeared on both sides. Front teeth in the upper portion had not yet come ..
Are these normal?
I'm afraid my child because often suck the nipple blank each time going to sleep ..
I am very confused circumstances will ascending to the upper gums and cause uneven teeth

Answer :

Indeed the emergence of teeth in babies can not be generalized.

There are baby teeth that have emerged at age 4 and even 3 months. There is also a 12-month-old but had not yet emerged ONE tooth.

Hereditary factors are very influential.

Perhaps you and / or your husband also have a common history with Ahmad

The first baby tooth appears

2011-06-01T16:29:00.000-07:00

The first tooth appears on the baby usually is 2 lower incisors. Next followed by 4 upper incisors.

ADDITIONAL:

Indeed the emergence of teeth in baby can not be generalized.

There are baby teeth that have emerged at age 4 and even 3 months. There is also a 12-month-old but had not yet emerged ONE tooth.

Hereditary factors are very influential.

Perhaps you and / or your husband also have a common history with Ahmad ...

WHEN THE SITUATION TO BE SERIOUS?

If baby until the age of 14 months still does not have ONE tooth, then maybe this is the "ectodermal dysplasia", a disorder associated with hereditary factors as well.

To ease the process of teething in baby

2011-06-01T16:25:00.000-07:00

To ease the process of teething in baby, you can give items that are hard and cold, including:

Ring loud toys specifically for the emerging baby teeth
Cloth towel that has been soaked in cold water
Doughnuts are frozen (after he began to melt and destroyed, take away from your baby)

It is better if you always provide a ring of plastic toys to be bitten by it. You can insert this plastic ring inside the refrigerator first, but do not be stored in a freezer. Save this toy ring in the freezer can even destroy your baby's gums.

Emergence Teeth Baby Cause High Fever, Colds and Diarrhea?

2011-06-01T16:23:00.000-07:00

What is the process of emergence Teeth baby Cause High Fever, Colds and Diarrhea?

Many parents that connects the baby teething process with few diseases that actually has nothing to do medically.

You need to know, that process of emergence of teeth is not going to cause high fever, runny nose, or diarrhea in your baby. If your child is very fussy, high fever and diarrhea, you should consult a pediatrician, because this all has nothing to do with the teething process.

What Signs Baby Tooth emergence?

2011-06-01T16:20:00.000-07:00

What Signs Baby Tooth emergence?

Other signs of teething is acting fussy, crying, and always happy biting anything that could be holding.

In addition, your baby will be a lot to salivate (this is actually useful to cool slightly swollen gums due to teething process), he would feel a little pain in his gums, his appetite will decrease and maybe he will experience a mild fever.

Your Baby's Difficult To Eat Or Loss Of Appetite

2011-06-01T16:17:00.000-07:00

Sometimes babies do not exist or decreased appetite. Besides you should vary the food, you also have to find CAUSED .. It could be .. If not being less healthy, it could be anyone who feels uncomfortable or want to grow teeth ..

There are some things that need your attention, To solve your baby's difficult to eat or loss of appetite ..

* Set the time schedule for your baby to eat regularly is one factor that should concern parents, especially your closest to
your baby.

* In addition to providing a meal schedule for your baby, especially important for parents to find out what foods and his favorite food

What dislikes your baby.

* Another factor that is usually enough to affect your baby's appetite is "who fed you." If you are already familiar with one person, usually a large number of infants will
feel comfortable only with that person, did not want or difficult to be with other people.

* The last factor which also influences your baby's appetite is the technique of bribery committed by you or the person who used to feed your baby .. :-)

* Be smart you are to find alternatives other foods as a substitute for food anyway ...

To encourage your baby to eat a varied diet, you can try:

• Make a meal so enjoyable by serving food with the various forms or shapes on the face plate

• Giving an example - on your baby or toddler. Taste own baby food and make the sound 'uh' so that your baby understands that good food and want to emulate.

• Offer small portions with different flavors and textures at mealtimes, so if he does not like the one he could try something else (though not necessarily his favorite food). A small portion is also much less scary for him-do not look scary and I can add more if she love this!

• If your baby brings back food, be patient and try again another day. - May need to use a variation of plus litle by lilte with their favorite food.
This is a long process, but your baby will thank you someday!

Keep giving breast milk to your baby

2011-06-01T16:10:00.000-07:00

Allergies are the body's reaction to the environment hipersensitivas or materials by the body milk is considered foreign or dangerous. Allergic reactions usually appear when a baby has a congenital tendency (genetic) .. Do not worry if it's allergies are not dangerous .. ;-)

Our advice is temporarily Avoid foods or drinks just before the expected as allergy triggers ..

You do not worry, the case of allergy will generally disappear when the baby is one year old or are aged over 15 years. According to the data, as much as 56 percent of baby suffer from a milk allergy before, had become tolerant when one year old. Meanwhile, at the age of 15 years, 95 percent of babies are not suffering from milk allergies anymore ..

Many research which states to prevent allergies is to breastfeed exclusively for six months and after that continued long-term nursing. So should you keep giving breast milk to your baby ..

breast milk does not come out or less? Even if your breast milk you give a little better just continue .. Breast milk production principle "based on demand." If more and more often requested (fed / squeeze / pumped) breast milk, the more milk produced.

Is no less important: You must be in a state of RELAX.

PSYCHOLOGICAL CONDITIONS breastfeeding mothers will determine the production of breast milk. According hsusu acyl study,> 80% over the failure of nursing mothers in breast feeding is exclusive breastfeeding mother psychological factors.

Remember: 1 thought "oh my breast milk is not enough?" Then at the same time hundreds of sensors in the brain will tell the hormone oxytocin (breast milk production) to work slowly. And finally decreased breast milk production ...

Want your baby smart?

2011-06-01T16:02:00.000-07:00

We are pleased to provide benefits to you and the mother of all ;-)

To increase appetite .. green bean cooking water have you tried ..? Already constrained attractive dining atmosphere ..? The food is your taste ..? Do-do (sorry) less tasty .. ;-)
Indeed there are times when the baby fussy eaters or decreased appetite .. So we must be observant and patient search for the cause.

Want your baby smart?
Breast milk contains nutrients that have a specific function for the growth of the brain such as long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (DHA and AA) for growth of the brain and retina, cholesterol to myelinisasi nerve tissue, taurine to neurontransmitter inhibitors and membrane stabilizers, lactose to the growth of the brain, which may koline improve memory. Anyway ditndingi breast milk by bottle-feeding could not be any, even the most expensive bottle ..

Not many people know that there is an easy and inexpensive way for healthy and intelligent baby, that exclusive breastfeeding to improve infant health and intelligence, and continued breastfeeding up to 2 years old baby ..

Unfortunately, his mother in Indonesia, many do not breast feed their babies.

Research shows that IQ in babies who were breastfed have IQ points 4.3 points higher at age 18 months, 4-6 points higher at age 3 years, and 8.3 points higher at age 8.5 years, compared with infants who are not breastfed.

So our advice, do not have to give supplements of all kinds. With milk and nutritious food and proper guidance of parents who have large capital to print a smart baby. If you want to give vitamin is always consult with your pediatrician ..

Baby defecate color black cause food

2011-06-01T15:59:00.000-07:00

Question: Current age of the baby is 5 months already ta give food such as bananas and banana-flavored porridge cerelac, but why ever since can eat, defecate color black

Answer :
No hard or constipation? Babies who are eating solid foods, feces could have been black. This color is caused by high iron, which functions as a vitamin or supplement is added to the bottle or food.

So does your baby should be given your own artificial solids and milk mixed with milk. If already accustomed to eating instant porridge then your baby will easement for another taste of instant porridge with homemade porridge, clearly implies DIFFERENT, and we're not sure what are the ingredients in instant foods, there pengawetkah? enough vegetables? excess salt? excess sugar? So should you decide to minimize its use of factory-made baby food unless cornered .. ;-)

Many mothers who do not realize that making your own food for the baby at home has many advantages, namely:

1. You have full control over what will be eaten by your child.
2. You instill healthy eating habits early.
3. Homemade food is more nutritious and free of additive substances.
4. Homemade food is more varied
5. Easy
6. Frugal

Your baby will through allergies

2011-06-01T15:52:00.000-07:00

My baby has been through allergies because of his age is now 14 months. indeed he was allergic to cow's milk until the milk had to milk cows that have been modified so that milk protein is in the wash, it feels pait, until I pity fortunately she want to drink milk, where I also gained a love of milk also forbidden to eat foods that contain cow's milk, chicken, eggs and fish Sea until our babies age 1 year.

1 time ever due to my lack of unfamiliarity on the differences between the HA and the Milk Formula usual, I try to love her usual sweet tastes better and he's very fond of her age wong also been over 6 months is usually right there subsequent milk, but milk formula HA were created especially for babies aged 0-12 months who are allergic, the results were surprising my baby ended up in hospital until she got diarrhea and dehydration should be hospitalized 4 days since then I do not want to give him milk at random without reference from a doctor, a new final These days I experimented she ate all the food he was not allowed to eat such fish do not smell too fishy going although not a lot just for introductions, really thank her for tips that introduce baby food to wait for the reaction to 4 days now he also has can drink regular milk continued Thank God my baby is fine ... ...

Case Of Milk Allergy in The Baby Will Generally Disappear

2011-06-01T15:47:00.000-07:00

You do not worry, the case of milk allergy will generally disappear when the baby is one year old or are aged over 15 years. According to the data, as much as 56 percent of babies who previously suffered from allergic to milk, have become tolerant when one year old. Meanwhile, at the age of 15 years, 95 percent of children are not suffering from milk allergies anymore ..

Many research which states to prevent allergies is to breastfeed exclusively for six months and after that continued long-term breastfeeding. So breast-feeding should be maintained on your baby .. If possible until your baby is 2 or 2.5 years old ..

Allergy in The Baby is Not a Disease

2011-06-01T15:45:00.000-07:00

Allergy the baby is not a disease. Allergies are the body's reaction to the environment hipersensitivas or materials that the body is considered foreign or dangerous. Allergic reactions usually appear when a baby has a congenital tendency (genetic) .. Do not worry if it's allergies are not dangerous .. ;-)

Our advice for the moment just before the fish as Hidari estimates allergy triggers. Children allergic to fish may not be allergic to cheese ..

You do not worry, the case of allergy will generally disappear when the baby is one year old or are aged over 15 years. According to the data, as much as 56 percent of infants suffer from a milk allergy before, had become tolerant when one year old. Meanwhile, at the age of 15 years, 95 percent of babies are not suffering from milk allergies anymore ..

Many research which states to prevent allergies is to breastfeed exclusively for six months and after that continued long-term nursing. So should you keep feeding your baby ..

8 Foods That Cause 90% of Cases Incidence of Food Allergies

2011-06-01T15:42:00.000-07:00

8 Foods That Cause 90% of Cases Incidence of Food Allergies

1. Milk
2. Eggs
3. Peanuts
4. Tree nut (walnut, cashew, etc.)
5. Fish
6. Scallop
7. Soybean
8. Wheat

For milk, eggs, soy and wheat, there could be more adult baby, allergic reactions to food will be lost.

Food Allergy Symptoms In Your Baby

2011-06-01T15:40:00.000-07:00

Food Allergy Symptoms In Your Baby

To find out whether your baby has allergies to certain foods, so here are some symptoms that you should be aware:

It's hard to breathe after eating a new food
Dizziness
face, lips or tongue swells
Throat feels narrows
Diarrhea that occurs suddenly
Vomiting which occurred suddenly
Skin rash issue
runny nose

Please note that food allergies are not the same as the body's reaction to food, where the latter is usually cause digestive disorders related to (colon).

My baby is 1 month old sleep on his stomach

2011-05-31T00:04:00.000-07:00

Question : My baby is 1 month old, she slept in the same bed with me but in the age of 1 month he was able to sleep on his side or even sleep on his stomach. Whether it would endanger her health?

Answer :

There are some things you need to consider related to the baby sleep on his stomach:
* Strive baby bedding flat. It is better to sleep on a mattress of solid foam.
* Use a bed sheet with a neat and not easy to contract.
* Remove bedong when your baby sleeps, so as not to interfere with breathing. Remove the cloth from the baby's body when bedong will ditengkurapkan. Do not forget, the baby was still breathing through the abdomen, dibedong will only interfere with the respiratory motion of the stomach, especially if the baby is sleeping on his stomach.

Make sure that when our baby sleep on his stomach is the position of the baby's nose, Jagan until closed. And .. Always watch your baby, do not be careless .. ;-)

What is advantages and disadvantages breast milk ?

2011-05-30T23:57:00.000-07:00

Question : What are the advantages and disadvantages of full breast-feeding breast milk or breast milk in combination with formula milk. ?

Answer :
In essence, all that is needed by your baby's milk contained in breast milk, so that in fact she does not need other than breast milk until the age of 6 months. But the formula can also be given to cases such as you experienced, but only as an "extra" in a condition where breast milk is inadequate or nonexistent.

But the actual production of a mother's breast milk depends on the frequency of breastfeeding. During the mother to keep his diet properly, more and more breast milk are removed, will more and more production as well ...

My Baby if sleep day or night is often surprised

2011-05-30T23:50:00.000-07:00

Question : My baby is 5 months old and his weight 5.5, if sleep day or night is often surprised , even though the house calm and not noisy. What about the cause?

Answer :

Relax your baby is normal .. that the motion was surprised it was your baby's reflexes are developing muscles and nerves to move, usually occurs in sleep phase.

While this baby twitch often cause concern to parents, but the doctors would only worry if they do not see it. Newborns are routinely going to get this reflex examination. The existence of this reflex would be a sign that degan nervous system functioning properly. You will find that this reflex will be less and less and eventually disappeared altogether between four and six months. (Of course, your baby may be surprised at all ages, but degan twitch a different pattern.) :-)

Including restless sleep, chances are your baby is too much play or stimulation of people around to play, especially when playing before bedtime, this will be carried on while sleeping .. its memory, and cause restless sleep ..

When you are still burping your baby spit up is possible glut. You should feed your baby is not OLD .. OFTEN Or have you ever replace the bottle-feeding a baby? So maybe your baby does not fit with sufornya

So should you give milk, the milk that was hanging with our mindset. If in your mind inculcated the message that "I must have enough milk for my baby!", That's what will happen .. otherwise in our minds there is ongoing concern, "Oh, my breast milk very little, it seems not enough" yes the same will happen .. ;-)

breast milk is the law of supply and demand. more and more fed and pumped will
more and more productive ..

Your baby's weight is somewhat less ideally 6.5 to 6.9 kg, but you do not worry if your baby is not fussy and still want to breastfeed ..

My baby is often fell out of bed?

2011-05-30T23:42:00.000-07:00

Question : What is the impact of their baby is often fell out of bed?
roughly what the worst that could happen due to fall in connection with baby's head bumped?

Answer :

When your child is fall, is he vomiting ? if not physically show the changes do not need much in fear, just do something like that could have made the child's trauma, for more details you can consult with your child's doctor, if indeed there is definitely a serious thing the doctor will provide referrals for treatment ( fisioteraphy).

For the next time when your baby dropped (hopefully not happen again). View and pay attention to your baby's condition. Does started crying after falling and moving all his limbs? If yes, we can just hold untukmenenangkannya. After she was calm, just do the observation.

- The observation that needs to be done is:

+ Search and remember the parts where only a bruise / bump / bruise around your baby's limbs. If you find a lump on the head or bruises on the body, may be treated with topical antitrauma drug. If on the head was not found bruises or bumps, but your baby cry when held, he immediately fly to the nearest hospital.

+ Try to move your baby's hands, sideways, upward, downward, forward, then stretch and lift-lift. If there are complaints in the hand make sure that where and when in a position like what. This as material to be reported to the doctor.

+ Do the same thing on foot.

+ Move your baby's head to the right and left. Try to hold your baby's chin to your chest slowly. If there are complaints recorded as a report on a doctor.

+ Tilt your baby's body to the left and right. If there are complaints recorded and reported to the doctor.

- Observation needs to be done for 2 × 24 hours. If within that period there is a complaint, let alone to throw up with spraying, immediately fly to the nearest hospital.

My baby is 8 months, once falling out of bed

2011-05-30T23:33:00.000-07:00

Question : My baby is 8 months, once falling out of bed, about three feet what is the solution?

Answer :
Now your child how old are you ..? Monitor the continued development of your child's play if still active, not lethargic and not pale, it means it's okay, especially when your child is not vomiting fall hopefully it's okay.

It's still a lot of baby's skull bone fragility, hopefully not happen but do not be careless, continue to monitor carefully the development of your baby

Baby 1 month and a half he used to sleep on his stomach ?

2011-05-30T23:29:00.000-07:00

My baby was only 1 month and a half he used to sleep on his stomach, supine sleeping baby ofte to be shocked. I asked what is dangerous for breathing? whether baby who sleep face down are very good for heart?

Answer :

Position baby sleep on his stomach will train her lungs become strong. For infants who have not prone, it's good to occasionally put to bed with the prone position, of course with supervision.

However, baby who sleep on his stomach must be sufficiently months. Thus, the baby can move his own head. If this capability is not owned, it is feared the face of baby face covered with a mattress and cause difficulty breathing.

Recommended not to sleep the baby on his stomach ?

2011-05-30T23:23:00.000-07:00

Question : My baby boy only 4 months old and I am sleeping a bed with him. Since the age of 2 months he would rather sleep on his stomach. If he fell asleep after I feed breast milk and I lay in supine position she would immediately wake up and cry. If it is recommended not to sleep on his stomach, how ya solution for my child?

Answer:
Babies who sleep on his stomach must be sufficiently months. That is, he was able to move his head. If not, when she moved her head, might face a mattress cover that will also mean closed his nostrils causing them difficulty in breathing. Besides, in term infants, when ditengkurapkan, his legs will take the form of frogs, so that part of his stomach in a raised position, so with this free belly, he could breathe comfortably, too.

The tendency of your baby happy baby stomach is caused more
feel comfortable because it feels like a hug or feel warm because the mother
stomach attached to the mattress, it should replace the comfort that is felt when the stomach is with your arms.

Baby fell from the bed ?

2011-05-30T23:20:00.000-07:00

Question : I included women who want to sleep with the baby. My child is already aged 18 months. A few days ago he fell from the bed to the bed beneath it are made of foam. Is something would happen to my child later?

Answer :
What is the thick foam? from a height of how many babies you fall? hopefully when you do not throw the baby down, do the observation for 3 days,
if still active play, not lethargic and pale, then it's okay.
It's still a lot of baby's skull bone fragility, hopefully not happen but do not be careless, observation continued ..

How to overcome baby powder irritation due to allergies?

2011-05-30T23:15:00.000-07:00

Question : How to overcome baby powder irritation due to allergies?

Answer :
Allergies? No need to use powder. Even babies should still not have to use powder, even if use should be thin and be careful

Please note:
- Do not let children play powder so that inhaled or ingested because it can cause effects undesirable for the lungs or digestive.
- Do not whitewash powder on the skin of babies or children who are broken or injured because they can cause granuloma reaction.
- Do not make the powder as a substitute for baby's skin clean of the remnants of urine.
- Do not put a thick powder on the skin of babies or children let alone to cover up or obstruct the genitals because it can cause infection in the genital or terjadinyaa and urethra.

Is it dangerous to use a wet tisue clean the baby at pee or defecate?

2011-05-30T23:09:00.000-07:00

Question : Is it dangerous to use a wet tisue u / clean the baby at the time to pee or defecate? how long does Maximum use pampers? if used every day whether dangerous? mucus aloe vera used in infants if there are any side effects? how to make baby's hair can grow a lot?

Is it permissible in the care of the baby every morning brought outside to get sunshine in the morning?

Answer :

For special baby wipes may be used insofar as not too often, since there wet tissue products that use alcohol solutions with very little concentration. Frequency of use that is not too often still safe for the baby. But if its frequency, can cause negative effects to the skin is still sensitive, such as irritation. So for a baby, choose wet wipes that do not contain alcohol.

Although used every day but usage diapers on your baby all day .. should not, give it a chance genitals exposed areas of fresh air for a while and pick a comfortable size diapers as well as its thickness and its absorption capability ..

For newborns, do not worry if his hair thin, because it is a congenital hair while he was in the womb of nature. Later permanent hair will grow before the age of 1 year.

On the other hand, if there are babies born with thick hair, it's also not a guarantee of permanent hair will be thick. It could be thick hair when he was born was the influence of the mother's hormones Androgens and temporary nature only.

Thick hair is actually more determined by genetics ...

However, if you still want to try to "increase" your baby's hair, try to give a roasted hazelnut oil or aloe vera liquid into the scalp. Notice if there are effects caused by allergies ...

How do I clean baby's vagina

2011-05-30T23:05:00.000-07:00

Question : How do I clean the baby vagina? What should I clean the inside?

Answer : DO NOT clean the area in .., and clean your baby vagina must be done more carefully. Because, the location of the vagina adjacent to the anus. Such a position is more likely to move into the anus of microorganisms in the vagina.

HOW TO CLEAN THE BABY VAGINA :

1. Take a clean cotton wool soaked in warm water, wipe the area around the vagina, from the folds of her inner thighs up to the hilt.

2. Take another clean cotton wool soaked in warm water. Hold your baby legs, lift. Clean the area around the vagina and anus. Always start from the front and rear direction for the bacteria that are not moving around the anus to the vagina. Clean only in the vaginal lips. Do not touch the deeper regions.

3. Dry with a soft tissue that is not easily torn or a clean cloth,
also clean the area buttocks, thighs, and pelvis.

4. Let your baby without a diaper for a while for the bottom of the body exposed to air. After that, your baby is ready for a clean diaper is applied ..

Which is good soap used for bathing baby between the bars or liquid?

2011-05-30T22:58:00.000-07:00

Question : Which is good soap used for bathing baby between the bars or liquid?

Answer :

Bar soap or liquid, functions the same. So, depending on individual taste, when viewed in terms of practicality and hygiene, liquid soap is better, because it avoid the problem of soap fell to the floor ..

But please note, some baby may not be compatible with liquid soap. Because, in general, liquid soap fragrance and dye materials more than bar soap. So for an easy baby allergies, could have had a reaction to the additional material. Although there are baby who did not experience any reaction .. :-)

What powder should be used for baby?

2011-05-30T22:54:00.000-07:00

Question : What powder should be used for baby?

Answer : There is a witch hazel .. but should still do not have to use baby powder .., even if use should be thin and be careful .. :-)

Please note:
- Do not make the powder as a substitute for baby's skin clean of the remnants of urine.
- Do not put a thick powder on the skin of babies or children let alone to cover up or obstruct the genitals because it may cause infection in the genital or and urethra.
- Do not let children play powder so that inhaled or ingested because it can cause effects undesirable for the lungs or digestive.
- Do not whitewash powder on the skin of babies or children who are broken or injured because they can cause granuloma reaction.

Can provide baby powder in the genital area?

2011-05-30T22:50:00.000-07:00

Question: Can provide baby powder in the genital area?

Answer:
Please note:
- Do not make the powder as a substitute for baby's skin clean of the remnants of urine.
- Do not put a thick powder on the skin of babies or children let alone to cover up or obstruct the genitals because it can cause infection in the genital or terjadinyaa and urethra.
- Do not let children play powder so that inhaled or ingested because it can cause effects undesirable for the lungs or digestive.
- Do not whitewash powder on the skin of babies or children who are broken or injured because they can cause granuloma reaction.

How Bathing Baby: What To Be Prepared?

2011-05-30T22:46:00.000-07:00

If you're just the presence of baby for the first time, the process of bathing the baby is definitely exciting and frightening for you.

How not, the little creature that's helpless so weak, so you should be extra careful. Well, that's what this time you can listen to, what equipment you need to prepare before the process of bathing the baby starts ...

Baby Bath Equipment You Should Have

1. Pillows and Towels

If you just want to wipe your baby, then the use of pillows and towels will greatly assist this process, let alone your right hand must constantly hold the little guy. Place the pillow is wrapped in a towel and lay your baby on it. Do not forget, this activity should you do in a closed room, so that your baby is not cold.

2. Baby bath

Before you bring your baby a bath, make sure the baby bath is available and ready to use. You can basically superimposed with a towel or sponge, so that your baby feel more comfortable and safe. Use of this bath is usually for babies who are a little big.

3. Cloth washcloths

You will also need fabric washcloth or sponge bath to a baby. Begin stripped one by one so he is not cold. Flush body from the neck down.

4. Cotton balls

Cotton balls are very helpful to clean the baby's eyes. Start cleaning from the inside of his eyes toward the outside. Use a different cotton ball for each eye.

5. Towel hat

Towels hat is good for drying your baby after a bath. Remember, do not rub the towel into the body, because then the skin may blister. Simply patted dry.

6. Clean diaper

Before you put on clothes to him, provide a clean diaper before him.

7. Alcohol

If your baby's umbilical cord still attached, then you can use alcohol to keep it clean. However, should first check with your doctor whether it is the use of alcohol is permitted for your baby.

8. Baby skin products

A lot of controversy around the use of lotion and powder for babies. What is clear, avoid using products that use the perfume, and avoid the use of talc powder, because it can cause respiratory problems in your baby.

9. Baby soap

The use of soap, can actually disrupt the stability of the pH of your baby's body. In fact, the pH of the body can help protect it from various germs. Well, any baby soap you choose, try to choose products free of perfume and hypoallergenic. The use of soap was not necessary every day ... just 1 time every week or even every 2 weeks, until your baby grows bigger and interacting with more dirt.

10. Baby shampoo

Choose which did not make eye sore. Use shampoo 1 or 2 times per week. The trick, drop 2 or 3 drops of shampoo on your baby's head, then rub the skin of his head slowly.

11. Nail clippers

After he showered, the nails become very soft. So this is a good time to after finish nails.

12. Soft brush

To remove scale or dirt in your baby's scalp, use a very soft brush. You can do it every day, after bathing.

Good luck!

Baby Food Recipes Rice Porridge Strawberries For Babies 6-12 Months Age 6-12 Months

2011-05-28T13:25:00.001-07:00

Baby Food Recipes Rice Porridge Strawberries For Babies 6-12 Months Age 6-12 Months

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon rice flour
50 g strawberries, puree in a blender
1 tablespoon Milk Formula Advanced, dissolve it with enough water
150 ml Water

Cooking:

o Dissolve the rice flour with water, stirring until well blended
o Bring to a boil until thickened and cooked solution - do not forget to continue stir
o Once ripe, shortly before being appointed, add the strawberries that have been mashed
o Add to this formula that was reconstituted with water
o Ready meals served for the 1st time

Hopefully Helpful

From various sources

Baby Food Recipes The Yellow Pumpkin Porridge Age 6-12 Months

2011-05-28T13:23:00.001-07:00

Baby Food Recipes The Yellow Pumpkin Porridge Age 6-12 Months

Ingredients:
100 grams pumpkin, peeled, diced
200 cc of boiled water
1 tablespoon milk formula 1, dissolved in 160 cc warm water
1 tsp sugar

Directions:
- Boil pumpkin until soft (about 50 cc of water boiled live). Remove, let cool.
- Enter in a blender, puree, and strain. Mix with formula 1, which has been disbursed, and a little sugar. Mix well. To: 2 servings

Baby Food Recipes Red Rice Porridge Age 6-12 Months

2011-05-28T13:22:00.001-07:00

Baby Food Recipes Red Rice Porridge Age 6-12 Months

Ingredients:
100 g brown rice, soaked, drained, crushed, and sifted
600 chicken broth
5 tablespoons milk formula 1
100 gr ripe papaya, mashed
5 tablespoons sweet orange juice

Directions:
o Mix the flour brown rice with chicken broth and stir well. Jerang on the fire, stirring until cooked. Lift.
o Add milk formula 1, mix well.
o Add papaya and sweet orange juice and stir well. Give the baby while warm. To: 2 servings

Baby Food Recipes Mung Bean Porridge Age 6-12 Months

2011-05-28T13:21:00.001-07:00

Baby Food Recipes Mung Bean Porridge Age 6-12 Months

Ingredients:
100 gr green beans, peeled, soaked, drained
Apple juice 250 cc
1 carrot, peeled, diced
400 cc water
10 tablespoons milk formula 1

Directions:
- Roasted green beans until cooked. Puree and sieve.
- Boil carrots in water until half. Take water.
- Mix the mung bean powder with apple juice and carrot cooking water. Stir until blended. Jerang over medium heat, stirring frequently until boiling.
- Enter a formula milk gradually, stirring evenly. Lift. Give the baby while warm. To: 2 servings

Baby Food Recipes Ricotta Apple Porridge Age 6-12 Months

2011-05-28T13:20:00.001-07:00

Baby Food Recipes Ricotta Apple Porridge Age 6-12 Months

Ingredients:
4 tablespoons ricotta cheese, ready-made
1 / 2 apple unfortunate, peeled, diced, lime coat
1 / 2 green pear fruit, peeled, cut, coat of orange juice
250 cc water
1 tablespoon milk formula 1 brewed in 160 cc warm water

Method:
- Boil the apples and pears in water until soft (about our living 1/3-nya cooking water.)
- Enter in a blender, puree, and strain. Mix ricotta cheese with apple and pear puree, and feed. Mix well. To: 2 servings

Note: if there was no ricotta cheese, make a fomula milk 4 tablespoons brewed in 500 cc of water, then added with 1 tablespoon lemon milking, let stand, after a lumpy, strain.

Baby Food Recipes Salmon and Broccoli with Cheese Sauce Age 6-12 Months

2011-05-28T13:19:00.001-07:00

Baby Food Recipes Salmon and Broccoli with Cheese Sauce Age 6-12 Months

Ingredients:
75gram salmon fillet
15 grams Butter
50 grams of broccoli
15 grams flour
200 ml milk
20 grams of Gruyere cheese
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons mascarpone

Directions:
place the salmon on a plate then coat with butter. Cover with aluminum foil, giving little air holes for ventilation. Then input the microwave for approximately one half hour. while it steamed broccoli for about 4 minutes.

To make cheese sauce:
Melt butter, stir together the flour and cook until one minute. Slowly pour the milk into the batter, stir again gently for about 3 minutes samapai sauce thickens. Turn off heat, stir in Gruyere and Parmesan cheeses until melted, then stir together the mascarpone.

Blend the salmon, then cut the broccoli into small pieces, stir into the cheese sauce, Serve.

Baby Food Recipes Bananas and Tofu Age 6-12 Months

2011-05-28T13:18:00.000-07:00

Baby Food Recipes Bananas and Tofu Age 6-12 Months

Ingredients:
1 small banana
50 grams (3 ounces) Tofu (Soft Tofu choose to know, which is soft to eat a baby)

Directions:
Peel and mash bananas then mix with tofu cooked, crushed to a puree. You also can add mangoes, apricots, peaches and other fruits along with a banana.

Broccoli

Broccoli contains nutrients and is a good source of vitamins for the body. vitamin C and betacarotene content contained in broccoli is a source of nutrients and antioxidants that are good for your baby. While salmon contain fatty acids that are good for baby brain development during early growth. Alloy menu broccoli and salmon is a healthy choice for your baby.

Baby Food Recipes TOFU delicious pudding Age 6-12 Months

2011-05-28T13:16:00.001-07:00

Baby Food Recipes TOFU delicious pudding Age 6-12 Months

INGREDIENTS:
50 g grated carrot
50 gr know demolished
50 g brown rice flour / white
500 cc water
20 gr finely sliced spinach leaves
50 g small tomatoes sliced
Sugar to taste

HOW TO MAKE:
- Enter the carrots, tofu, rice flour, and water in a heat resistant bowl and then steamed. During steamed bowl should be closed, while occasionally stirring its contents.
- After a half-cooked spinach and mix again input and then cook until soft betul2 team, then remove from heat.
- Puree in a blender if any, then strain and serve with tomato water.

HOW TO MAKE TOMATO WATER:
- 1. Soak tomatoes in hot water just boiling kira2 10 minutes, then lift, crush and strain, add 100 cc of water and a little sugar.
- Children under the age of 6 months can be filtered / smoothed first.
- For 1 serving (1 serving: 252 calories).

Baby Food Recipes Milna porridge Orange Age 6-12 Months

2011-05-28T13:15:00.000-07:00

Baby Food Recipes Milna porridge Orange Age 6-12 Months

INGREDIENTS:
3 pieces of biscuits Milna
150 ml of liquid formula
50 ml orange juice

HOW TO MAKE:
- Mix the crackers with warm milk, stirring until smooth.
- Pour in a bowl, flush with orange juice.
- Serve immediately

Note:
- For 1 serving (1porsi = 252kalori)
- liquid infant formula is made from 150 ml of warm boiled water mixed and stirred denagn 5 tsp powdered infant formula used to drink.

Baby Food Recipes TIM RICE minced Age 6-12 Months

2011-05-28T13:13:00.001-07:00

Baby Food Recipes TIM RICE minced Age 6-12 Months

INGREDIENTS:
500-750 ml water
2 tablespoons rice
50 grams know, minced
25 grams ground beef
50 grams grated carrots
25 grams chopped tomatoes
2 tablespoons thick coconut milk

HOW TO MAKE:
- Boil the water together, tofu and ground beef. And input stir carrots and tomatoes, stir and cook until vegetables cooked & lift.
- Pour the coconut milk, stirring until well blended and then lift the bowl and then pour it into a heat resistant.
- Heat the steamer and steam rice until the water runs out the team.
- Remove and serve

Note:
1. Select know that is still fresh, the color and smell has not changed.
2. For 1 serving (1 serving = 226 calories)

Baby Food Recipes Heart Tim RiceAge 6-12 Months

2011-05-28T13:12:00.000-07:00

Baby Food Recipes Heart Tim RiceAge 6-12 Months

INGREDIENTS:
600 ml water
2 tablespoons rice
25 gr chicken liver, small slices
25 gr tempe
50 gr grated pumpkin
1 slice ripe tomatoes
1 teaspoon oil

HOW TO MAKE:
- Cook the water along with rice, chicken liver and tempeh, stirring gently until thickened.
- Put pumpkin, tomatoes and cook, stirring frequently until cooked.
- Add oil, stirring until well blended. Remove and allow to cool.
- Filter or input into the blender and puree.
- Pour in a bowl and serve immediately.

Note:
- Select chicken liver is still intact, not destroyed, especially the bile. When the bile down in the mouth will taste bitter.
- For 2 servings (1 serving = 209 calories)

Baby Food Recipes POTATO broccoli puree Age 6-12 Months

2011-05-28T12:48:00.000-07:00

Baby Food Recipes POTATO broccoli puree Age 6-12 Months

INGREDIENTS:

40 g chicken meat, wash, remove fat, cut into small
100 gr know cut into small pieces
200 gr potatoes, peeled, cut into small
40 g carrots, peeled, cut into small
120 ml water
25 gr broccoli florets quotation appropriate, small pieces

HOW TO MAKE:
- Enter the chicken, tofu, potatoes and carrots me into the pot. Add water and cook until boiling. Cover and let stand for 30 minutes.
- Put cooked broccoli in a closed state for 10 minutes or until broccoli is soft, remove from heat.
- Put in a blender and puree, pour into a bowl and let cool.
- Serve immediately.

Note:
- For the potatoes do not change color, after peeled and cleaned her curves, soaked with water immediately prior to further processing
- For 2 servings (1 serving = 155 calories)

Baby Food Recipes Apple bread pudding Age 6-12 Months

2011-05-28T12:46:00.000-07:00

Baby Food Recipes Apple bread pudding Age 6-12 Months

MATERIALS:

150 g apples, wash sides and discard the middle four
75 g white bread slices dispose of its banks and small
50 ml of milk formula

HOW TO MAKE:
- Heat the steamer and steamed apples for 10-12 minutes then lift.
- Peel the skin of apples, put in blender and puree until a puree.
- Mix the bread with formula milk, stirring until soft bread.
- Pour mixture into bread and milk formula in a bowl and serve with apple puree.

Note:
- Milk formula powder in accordance with the usual you gave in infants
- Can use infant formula because of milk because milk is not cooked over the fire at the time of processed apple bread pudding
- infant formula made from 50 ml of warm boiled water and mix evenly mixed with 2 tsp powdered infant formula.
- For 1 serving (1 serving = 309 calories)

Giving Paracetamol to baby Can Causes Asthma?

2011-05-27T07:39:00.000-07:00

You like to give paracetamol to your baby when he was suddenly sick with a fever? Well, it was a habit that has spread throughout the world is not always good you know for future little one ...

Habits choose medicine for fever and pain in infants has been the subject of research and found paracetamol use in infants in the first year of life showed an increase in the risk of asthma and eczema 5 to 6 years later. This research was conducted on 200 thousand children in 31 countries.

The researchers found that infants under 1 year of age who frequently consume paracetamol was also an increased risk of asthma up to 46%. Asthma symptoms will appear when they were aged 6-7 years later.

However, researchers have stressed that it was not a reason to stop giving paracetamol to your children.

What is clear, to be safe, if your baby is younger than 12 months have a fever, try not to give paracetamol to him if his body temperature had not reached 38.5 degrees Celsius.

This is so that parents are not too frequent and easy to give paracetamol to babies ...

Travel Carry Baby Under 1 Year?

2011-05-27T07:36:00.000-07:00

If you plan to return home or travel carry a baby, consider a few tips to make your trip and your baby safe and comfortable ...

Newborn babies certainly are in need of constant attention from you, so it is not advisable to take him to travel far.

However, if your baby is older than 3 months, you can more calmly took the long trip. In addition to his physical condition that has been more stable, at this age your baby will not feel disturbed by a variety of travel conditions.

Tips In Vehicle

If you use the aircraft, we recommend that you breastfeed your baby during takeoff and landing. If he fell asleep at the second time, just stick her mouth to your breast.

If you are traveling by car, always put your baby in a baby car seat (special baby seat) which is placed behind the driver's seat facing backward.

In the car, do not put the baby car seat in the front seat, even though the car is equipped with air bags. Make sure also that the baby car seat installed properly and correctly.

What Should You Bring?

Here's some advice on which equipment you should bring along. Some are compulsory and partly depends on the type and away you travel ...

Cream for diaper rash.
Bags or plastic bags for dirty diapers.
Clean diaper taste.
Paracetamol for babies.
Sun protection hats.
Sun protection cream for babies.
Protective glass windows.
Infant formula (if you are not breast-feeding mothers).
Bottle containing boiled water.
Baby food.
Plastic apron for baby food.
Baby blankets.
Crib.
Perlak Perlak carrying and big.
Baby clothes are easy to absorb sweat.
Oil telon.
Wet wipes.
Soap, shampoo and baby powder.
Baby jacket.
Vomit bags.
Anti-mosquito lotion for babies.
Bags of toys.
Collection of baby toys.
Backpack baby carrier that has not been able to sit down.
Stroller buggy for who can sit down.

Consider also to bring prevention of colic, nasal drops, and teething gel if your baby teeth are in a period of growth.

Carefully Choosing Your Baby's Sleep Location!

2011-05-27T07:33:00.000-07:00

Where does your baby should be put to sleep? Is a bed with you or in bed alone?

The experts disagree about where the best ..

Some experts say that your baby should be put to sleep in separate beds, because then the risk of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) or Sudden baby Death Syndrome can be minimized.

Some were rejected this argument. Those who refused to believe that by observing some ethical, euthanize baby one bed with her mother does not endanger his life. Even the many benefits that can be obtained by the baby and the mother, which can foster ties of affection and trust that more powerful.

Then, Which Should You Practice?

Actually, this depends on your comfort as a mother. What is clear, if you want your baby to sleep the same bed with you so you can easily feed, there are some things you should consider:

Put your baby in the supine position
Put the baby close to her mother, not between mother and father
Arrange do not let your baby fall because of rolling out of bed
Go to sleep in king-sized bed
Use your common sense

Do not sleep a single bed with your baby if:

Your body fat large alias
You are in a state of very tired
You are a smoker
You sleep on the sofa or waterbed
You are a baby sitter
Together with other children and the baby she was not yet 9 months
If you wear jewelry or clothing that could strangle your baby

Why Mommy and Daddy Speech Being First baby?

2011-05-27T07:31:00.000-07:00

Most babies say 'Mommy' and 'Daddy' as their first utterance. You know why? Some scientists try mengungapkan scientific explanation ..

What is clear, my father and mother are the ones who are always near the baby, so little attention focused on both of them. Well, it turns out, various languages around the world simplify the process of pronunciation is for the baby, by making a call to my father and mother using a repeated sound patterns.

Mommy ...
Mommy ...
Daddy ...
Daddy ...

This is just some examples.

Brain Research in Newborns

To arrive at this conclusion, brain research has been carried out on 22 newborns aged 2-3 days. While their brains were observed, the researchers run the recording of words without meaning to these babies. This tape contains the words that sound repetitive (repetitive) and also the words non-recurring. It all has no meaning.

Apparently, the baby's brain activity to the left front looks to increase every time a recording that repeated words (repetitive) is played. Conversely, words do not repeatedly do not show signs of brain responses in infants.

Conclusion

In adults who do not left-handed, language skills are at the center of the left brain. This is in line with the results of research on infants and reinforce the theory that humans are born with the ability to learn their mother tongue systematically and efficiently.

Part of the brain that are created for adult language, not learn to process language when he was growing up, but this process has been started since the baby is born ...

So, be careful when speaking near your baby, because your baby is able to record your words, especially the sounds repetitive ...

Brain Development in Premature Baby

2011-05-27T07:28:00.000-07:00

Brain growth in premature babies are usually not perfect. Factors that cause premature infants are likely to also inhibit the growth of both brain during in utero, and after he was born.

Redistribution of fetal blood flow, signs of placental insufficiency can result in a smaller brain volume in preterm infants. In this condition, fetal directs most of the blood flow to his brain.

Risk Level Affects Premature Brain Injury

The experts believe that placental inflammation can lead to brain injury in premature babies. Approximately 45% of premature infants were experiencing inflammation of the placenta.

However, inflammation of the placenta is not the only major cause of brain injury or disorder infant brain growth. Prematurlah the actual level obviously affects the risk of brain injury.

Well, for parents who have premature babies, it is always wise to systematically monitor the development of their babies. This is so that appropriate treatment can be done to protect the baby's brain growth.

Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS): Beware!

2011-05-27T07:26:00.000-07:00

What is Shaken Baby Syndrome?

Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS), which can in tHe have been crippled as Baby Syndrome is a term used for cases of torture of infants.

In the case of SBS, shaken-baby normally Shake strongly by adults who are angry and are usually intended to stop the baby crying or whining.

Shaken Baby Syndrome usually befall children aged under 1 year and can lead to severe permanent brain injury, spinal cord injury, bleeding in the eye, and even death.

How common is Shaken Baby Syndrome?

For Indonesia, we have no data ajurat. However, as an illustration, in America there are about 1000 to 1500 cases annually. Most of the victims of SBS is an infant aged 3-8 months. There are also fewer cases are found in infants up to the nerusia 4 years.

And ... 25% of children who experienced Shaken Baby Syndrome in the American experience of death.

What Causes Shaken Baby Syndrome?

Babies have very weak neck muscles. But he has a big head, heavy when compared to their body size. Infant brain is extremely vulnerable and need room to grow. That's why there are voids or gaps between the skull and brain that can support such growth.

If you shake your baby firmly, this can cause the brain to move your child in their sockets. Furthermore, the baby's brain tissue will swell and blood vessels can be torn.

Typically, infants with Shaken Baby Syndrome will experience a brain hemorrhage, bleeding in the eye and the injury to the spinal cord or neck. Some babies also showed bruises and a cracked rib.

Resilience Of Breast Milk Stored In The Freezer Or Refrigerator

2011-05-27T07:19:00.000-07:00

1. Rest of the pumped breast milk should be immediately stored in the freezer or refrigerator? I read the reply in ordinary refrigerator can hold till 8 days, whereas I can not predict whether the next 8 days will be used or remain saved ... but he said if stored in the freezer will reduce substance antibodies in breast milk ...
2. Breast milk should be given first distinguished in the freezer or refrigerator? ation of excess stock while I continue to grow each day

Answer

Here according to pediatrician Utami Roesli:

Resilience breast milk:

Stored in open space can last six to eight hours.
In a flask containing ice can last about 24 hours.
Kept in place of the fruit, fridge, can last 2 times 24 hours.
Stored in the freezer door with the fruit, resistance reached 2 weeks of breast milk.
Stored in the freezer that the door is different from the fruit or often called a two-door refrigerator, breast milk endurance reaches 3 months.

If it does not really forced to, generally the doctors do not recommend storing breast milk in the freezer. Therefore, breast milk that has been stored in the freezer will lose some kinds of antibodies a baby needs.

So, it seems clever-clever you set just so, so whenever possible breast milk is not stored in the freezer and not too piled up inventories in the fridge too - especially if your breast milk is excessive, it should be ...

Regarding the number of breast milk - let your baby decide how long he wants and needs feeding. When satisfied, the baby will let go of the nipple / pacifier and slept.

breast milk for children 3 years? To our knowledge to health problems do not really ...

Breastfeeding With Breast Milk While Lying Down

2011-05-27T07:03:00.000-07:00

Every night after my baby woke up, I always breastfeeding with breast milk while lying down to sleep (because of sleepiness), may not?

Answer

Actually you can still give only breast milk without the bottle even though you are busy working outside the home .. You can flush / pump breast milk while you're at home, store the milk cow on the bottle in the fridge or freezer, give it to your baby breast milk by other family members when you are not home. Do not forget to warm the milk first, by way of soaking in a container that contains hot water .. ;-)

Excellent baby you just happy to milk. Keep exclusive breastfeeding ..

We recommend that breastfeeding is not her position to do so, as for the correct feeding position also affects the breastfeeding process .. Perform breastfeeding techniques correctly, ie;
- You have to sit up straight.
- The baby's mouth must be signed up to the mammary areola.
- Baby facing mother's stomach with the mouth and chin which really stick in your breast.
- Ear and hand the baby is in a straight line.
- your fingers do the cutting positions because it will lock the barn breast milk, so milk does not come out even. That's right, hand in the breast support, ie above the thumb and four fingers below the nipple.

Effect Breastfeeding Our Baby While Sleeping ?

2011-05-27T06:59:00.000-07:00

What we really should not be breastfeeding our baby while sleeping during the day?? he can cause the baby worms?

Answer

Often mothers breastfeeding while lying on his side while the baby sleep on their backs. As a result, the liquid does not enter the digestive tract, but the respiratory tract. The baby was not vomit worms. Therefore, if you breastfeeding, the baby's position is tilted. Her head is higher than the feet so as to form an angle of 45 degrees. So fluid which can go down to the bottom.

We recommend that you do not get used to give milk bottles or pacifiers while sleeping. This addition will be more difficult to stop when it becomes a habit. The effects are not just physical (such as form the jaw and teeth that are less good), but also psychological. And .. Habit of drinking milk in a bottle or ngempeng while sleeping is indicated as a cause of infections of the ear canal. So make sure you switch your baby is a habit ..

Breastfeeding Baby Is More Than 2 Years?

2011-05-27T06:55:00.000-07:00

Is it okay to feed my child to more than 2 years? If allowed, how many years? Is there a positive or negative impact if breastfeeding is more than 2 years?

Answer

Breast milk is very good for your baby's immune system, breast milk is best milk for your baby that will not be unmatched even by the most expensive bottle .. ;-)

Almost all the experts argued, the best food for your baby msusu ASIH under 1 year old is breast milk .. Even recommended breast feeding is maintained until the infants aged 2 to 2.5 years ..

By providing breast milk your baby then immunity would be great and possibly constipation problems will be smaller ..

Health and intelligence of a baby you also guaranteed. Not only that, his mother would get one benefit that is becoming more rare breast cancer.

breast milk contains nutrients that have a specific function for the growth of the brain such as long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (DHA and AA) for growth of the brain and retina, cholesterol to milk myelinissusu neural networks, taurine to neurontransmitter inhibitors and membrane stabilizers, lactose for brain growth, koline which may improve memory. Anyway breast milk content can not be any ditndingi by bottle-feeding, bottle-feeding even the most expensive ..

Not many people know that there is an easy and inexpensive way for healthy and intelligent child, ie exclusive breast milk feeding may improve child health and intelligence, and continued breast feeding until 2 years old baby ..

Unfortunately, the mother in Indonesia, many of which do not provide breast milk to their babies.

Research shows that IQ in babies fed breast milk has a 4.3-point IQ points higher at age 18 months, 4-6 points higher at age 3 years, and 8.3 points higher at age 8.5 years, compared with infants who were not given milk Milk.

So breast milk should be given until age 2 years ...

Your Baby Refused To Drink Breast Milk

2011-05-27T06:52:00.000-07:00

If your baby refuse breast milk, likely caused by:

1. Less healthy.

Conditions that are less healthy baby's body can make a baby sucking difficulties well, so that breast milk gained slightly. Finally the baby so tired or frustrsusu milk, and refused to suckle.

2. Pain.

Infants who suffered bruising from birth with the tools (eg: vacuum) may refuse to breastfeed if the bruised part was squashed every time she feeds.

3. Stuffy nose.

Babies with clogged nose (for colds) may refuse to breastfeed because of difficulty breathing.

4. Sprue.

Babies who are canker sores, or mouth fungus Candida infection may only want to suck a few times during feeding, then stop and cry.

5. Is teething.

Babies who are teething gums may feel pain, or excessive saliva, or a slight fever, so that the refuse feeding because they feel uncomfortable.

6. Drowsiness.

Babies who are affected sedative effect (anesthesia) drugs may refuse breastfeeding because of drowsiness.

7. Nipple confusion.

Infants fed milk bottle or a pacifier too early (before 2 weeks) may refuse feeding because of difficulty mastering the technique of breast sucking - which is very different from sucking on pacifiers.

8. Not able to `take 'adequate breast milk to meet their needs.

Babies who have not mastered the technique of feeding may only be able to suck milk breast milk so it must spend a little extra energy to suck longer or deeper. As a result he became tired or frustsusu milk, then refused to suckle.

9. Want to `fight 'unpleasant treatment.

If the mother or caregiver is less mastered a technique to position the baby when it comes to feeding, the baby could have been treated harshly or abused. In an effort to `resistance ', he refused to suckle.

10. Bothered sucking.

If the mother is often holding or shaking the breast while nursing, the position of the baby's mouth to the breast could be disrupted. As a result the baby was uncomfortable and refused to suckle.

Created 11 breast milk menyusunya schedule.

If the mother is breastfeeding only at certain hours and not according to desire a baby, the baby could be breastfed frustrsusu starvation and even refused to suckle.

12 Disturbed bursts of breast milk.

The flow of breast milk that is too fast and heavy when the baby started sucking can make the baby choke. If there many times during feeding, the baby may be frustrsusu milk and refused to feed.

13. Feeling disturbed by a change.

Infants 3-12 months of age is easily distracted by the various changes: split with her mother, there is a new nanny, moving house, the arrival of guests, her mother's illness (or being menstrususu ASI), infected breast, the smell of mother's body changes, etc.. When a change is felt disturbing, the baby may not cry but directly `strike 'suckle.

Try to check the above reasons, whichever is most appropriate to the condition of mother and child.

But clearly, keep trying, and give peace to his mother, because the anxious mother will also affect her baby.

On how to expedite the production of breast milk. actually the main way by continuing to give breast milk, because the breast milk so rarely give milk any milk production will decrease, then if the BABY does not want to breastfeed breast milk should remain in the pump exit.

Nipples Are Sore And Wounds While Breastfeeding Baby

2011-05-27T06:47:00.000-07:00

My nipples are already sore and wounds do not bleed and I still suckle my baby. bleed when I do not give it directly ation (pumped breastmilk) but represents only about 100 ml. suggested that parents give cooking oil on the wound of my nipples. safe for my baby? what the right solution to solve the problem also is the treatment?

Answer :

It was still safe. But when will breastfeed her nipples should be wiped once so as not to disturb the comfort of your baby in the breast. And to avoid infection, preferably before feeding, the nipple a little massage for her milk out. The milk is then used to smear around the nipple and areola. "So after nursing. Thus, the nipple is always clean and protected from infection. Because, in the breast milk is a lubricant that could soften the mammary areola and nipple, and contains a disinfectant that can be cleaned. So, do not wash nipples with all kinds of water, enough with only breast milk is clean water

Also do not ever use soap to clean the nipple, because soap contains soda which facilitates nipples so sore. "Breast feeding time, is not it, more blooms, swelling, and mouth of her breast milk is open, so be sensitive if exposed to soda. When bathing, it is enough to clean using only water, without soap. "

If the situation is very severe sore nipples should breast blister
to be rested from the event while breastfeeding up to 24 hours. "Breastfeed your baby with the breast side again." If it turns out that breast milk from the blister that is full, the milk should be pumped out by the road as you do ..

Furthermore, cracked nipples are treated with topical medications until lecetnya
healed. "But before feeding again, should be oiled nipples former drug is cleared first. Thus, the former drugs are not sucked the baby. "

What to look out for is the occurrence of breast infection characterized by swollen and painful and the mother had a fever. Contact your doctor if there is such a thing ..

How can I make my baby likes to eat?

2011-05-27T05:42:00.000-07:00

My son now aged 10 months and his weight 7.7 kg. He's hard to eat, hard to drink formula milk. Already given appetite enhancer vitamins. More like milk, she never fussy ... and very energetic, if not ever want to wake up still, there's always he does, and ask for shuffling., what their weight is less huh? Because he's not fat, but she also does not easily hurt, thank God at birth only 2 times a runny nose,
I asked, how can I make my baby likes to eat?

Answer :

It's your baby's weight a bit less .., but the good news does not like bottle-feeding your baby and more like breast milk. Feed continue with breastfeeding if you can until your baby is aged 2 years or 2.5 years. You do not get too worried about his weight, your baby seems healthy. Small possibility your baby is an instance or default.

To cope with a difficult baby to eat or loss of appetite ..

* Set the time schedule for your baby to eat regularly is one factor that should concern parents, especially your closest to your baby.

* In addition to providing a meal schedule for your baby, especially important for parents to find out what foods are the favorite food and what is not like your baby.

* Another factor that is usually enough to affect your baby's appetite is "who fed you. " If you are already familiar with one person, usually a large number of baby will feel comfortable only with that person, did not want or difficult to be with other people.

* The last factor which also influences your baby's appetite is the technique of bribery committed by you or the person who used to feed your baby .. :-)

* Be smart you are to find alternatives other foods as a substitute for basic food ..

Baby Feeding Schedule Breastfeeding And Food

2011-05-27T05:32:00.000-07:00

Feeding schedule for my baby, she was aged 6 months or more ... should be good breakfast what and how many times the feed ...?

Answer :

Here's one schedule of solid foods for babies that you can follow:
(This schedule is for babies aged 6-9 months and implemented in stages)

06.00 (waking up)
Breast milk / PASI

08.00 (breakfast)
Porridge& rice team

Pkl. 10:00
Fresh Fruit / Biscuits

Pkl. 12:00 (lunch)
Porridge& rice team

Pkl. 14:00 (before naps)
Breast milk / PASI

Pkl. 16:00
Fresh fruit / biscuits

Pkl. 18.00 (dinner)
Porridge& rice team

Pkl. 21:00
Breast milk / PASI

Good luck:)

To give the appropriate dose of meal preparation and give it to gradually ..

Spent 2 weeks Caesarean delivery has also been recovered, only if for gymnastics and sports should wait until 3 months.

By breastfeeding your baby, then you do not actually need to diet kok .. Because with breastfeeding, it is also one way to avoid obesity ..

If you give milk to your baby, then a period of 4-6 months of weight loss can be decreased although very slowly. Diets are too tight or poor diet can affect the feelings of a mother like feeling limp excessive, easily tired and lethargic. The disturbance will then affect the body's supply of milk in breastfeeding mothers and expenditure reflex (let-down reflex).

Correct and safe way to lose weight without having to worry of course with a good diet. Vary the food intake in order to keep the nutritional needs are met. Better to eat small amounts but more often .. ;-)

Could Not Give Exclusive Breastfeeding Because Milk Production Slightly

2011-05-27T05:25:00.000-07:00

Lately I feel so guilty because my baby is not 3 months but could not give exclusive breastfeeding because my milk production slightly, in many ways I've done but the results remain the same. if I continue to give milk without formula, I was afraid my baby will drink less and lost weight. How ya how to resolve this?

Answer:

If it was not enough breast milk bottle-feeding can be assisted but still Breastfeed your baby with breast milk .. But, do not upset, her milk even added a little later .. You should calm down .., milk that was hanging with our mindset. If in your mind inculcated the message that "I must have enough milk for my baby!", that's what will happen .. otherwise in our minds there is ongoing concern, "Duh, my milk a bit really, rich enough guns deh .." well yes it will happen .. ;-)

Breast milk is the ruling on the supply and demand. more and more fed and pumped will
more and more productive ..

Combine Breast Milk To Formula Milk Will Effect Negative ?

2011-05-27T05:09:00.000-07:00

My baby is 2.5 months old, now I give a combination of breast milk and infant formula milk on me because my milk is not adequate, perhaps because of mistakes early after giving birth more milk formula that I give. I actually wanted to give exclusive breastfeeding and the various ways I have done a lot for my milk, and lastly I give frequent and breast milk to formula milk but my baby is consequently less sleep during the day, could not sleep soundly. Does it matter?

Answer:

Indeed, both the baby to sleep soundly at night ..
You want to do something that could affect sleep patterns? Remember, the newborn has not been able to distinguish between day and night, and Breastfeed every 3 or 4 hours. You can teach it that night is the time to sleep, when the baby is given breast milk, Breastfeed him more time before bedtime to prevent waking because of hunger.

Most babies will sleep anywhere when feeling tired, so do your best to avoid bright rays and the sound of blasting around the babies were napping.

At age 4 months, usually sleep patterns begin to form or have certain sleep rhythms such as sleep in the morning,
noon, and night. The age of 9 months, another rhythm. At this age, babies usually are familiar with people, crawl and explore their environment, to begin to disturbed sleep patterns.

Vaccine Globulin (Hyperhab) Whether Breastfeeding Will Affect The Growth Of My Baby?

2011-05-27T05:05:00.000-07:00

At the time I was pregnant I was HBsAg positive, then when the baby was born I was given the vaccine globulin (Hyperhab) whether breastfeeding will affect the growth of my baby?

Provided you've got the baby HBIG and hepatitis B vaccine during the first 12 hours of birth, then you can feed your baby without worrying about contracting. Note also the state of your nipples, do not get hurt or blister. Each finished feeding, wipe with warm water without soap.

Hopefully your baby healthy:)

Factors that influence milk production

2011-05-27T05:03:00.000-07:00

Factors that influence milk production include:
1. Frequency of breastfeeding, breastfeeding is recommended for at least 8 times per day in the early period after delivery.
2. Birth weight, infant low birth weight (LBW) has the ability to suck the milk was lower than normal birth weight infants
3. Age at Childbirth Pregnancy
4. Age and Parity
5. Acute Stress and Disease, Mother of anxiety and stress can interfere with lactation that affect milk production because milk inhibits spending. Expenditure ASI will take place both in women who feel relaxed and comfortable.
6. Cigarette Consumption
7. Alcohol Consumption
8. Contraceptive Pills
Besides the nutritional reserves, and disruption in the use of nutrients. Changes in nutritional status of mothers who changed the composition of breast milk.

Breastfeeding mothers who consumed Codeine Can Harm Newborns

2011-05-27T05:00:00.000-07:00

Codeine is a drug element to relieve pressure and pain. Recent research carried on in Canada showed that breastfeeding mothers who take drugs containing codeine could actually endanger the health of their babies.

This study shows that mothers who have a particular genetic tendency to process codeine into morphine far faster than normal habits. This can harm the central nervous system that fed infants.

In some cases, the threat of an overdose of morphine can indeed be overcome if the woman concerned to stop the treatment. But not so in women who have a genetic weakness. For them, the continuous consumption of codeine and morphine accumulation in the baby's body systems can trigger excessive drowsiness, breathing problems, could even end in death.

What Sih Actually Codeine That?

According to experts, Codeine itself has no effect to relieve pain. What happens is, when a drug addict or the person experiencing the pain consuming Codeine, her alter these elements into morphine, and this is the fight against pain.

How You Know That Codeine No Harm To Your Baby?

That was the problem ... in general, it is difficult to know.

It is only women who have certain genetic weaknesses that could endanger the health of babies fed, but difficult for you to know this weakness early. You can do genetic testing, but genetic testing is very difficult, as not including standardized tests.

Therefore, to be safe, should the mothers who are breastfeeding a baby is not eating at all ... Codeine

Breastfeeding Baby Twins

2011-05-27T04:59:00.000-07:00

You recently gave birth to twins? Congratulations ya!

Well, here we write down five important things that are frequently asked by parents related to nursing twins ...

Yes, your milk Enough!

In theory, your milk production is influenced by the "demand". If you have 3 babies too, God willing, your milk production will follow the request of three ... However, you still have to memngkonsumsi nutritious foods - protein, fruits and vegetables. You also need a fluid intake of calories and more than mothers who breast-feeding a baby.

Feed They Simultaneously

Most experts recommend that you breastfeed your twins simultaneously. If not, you can imagine how tired if others should breastfeed your baby after feeding the first! There are 2 positions that are often used to do this:

- The position under the armpit

- Position swing

You can breastfeed them both by holding each in your armpit, with a little baby upright position. Use a pillow to help. Or, you can also feeding them with positions such as swing, where the baby's position is more horizontal and they intersect each other. Sometimes there are mothers who combine both positions. What is clear, find a comfortable for you and them ...

Breastfeed your baby turns

Breastfeed your baby turns, do not allow them to suckle from the breast side of it-that continues. It is intended to balance breastfeeding for both your baby, while balancing both breast milk production. If for example one of the twins you stronger feeding, by rotating like this, your milk production will be balanced.

Help with Milk Formula If Necessary

This is necessary, especially if you have twin 3 or more. If you have twins three for example, then you can nurse them simultaneously with a way to provide milk to the 2 and give formula at the same time on the other. Continue turns "ration" the three, so that every baby get a lot of milk and some infant formulas.

Help Others

You will be very tired in the first weeks after the birth of twins. Therefore, involve the people closest to you to help your job, what they could. For example, you can pump your milk and store it in the refrigerator. Every time your baby is awake at night, you can ask for help your husband or other family members to give it to the little guy.

Success so caring for the twins!

Breastfeeding when Mother Works

2011-05-27T04:39:00.000-07:00

Mom worked a milking milk at work are advised to keep doing the milking milk usual activities while considering these tips, as already mentioned above this. Back adhere to the principle of demand and supply, the more milk removed the more milk will be produced. If the nursing mother who used to stop milking milked during the month of fasting, then the milk produced can be reduced, which is not caused by fast activity but because it reduces the activity was flushed.

However, breastfeeding is the right baby. Thus, the precedence of interest baby. For mothers with babies under 6 months, it is advisable not to fast because the baby is in the stage of exclusive breast feeding and have not received any additional food except breast milk.

Fasting When Breastfeeding?

2011-05-27T04:37:00.000-07:00

Well, for breastfeeding mothers who want to fast how? During the condition of mother and baby is healthy, then allowed to fast. However, if the concern occurred unwanted things, such as malnutrition, reduced milk production, illness, and so forth, then Islam recommends to not fast.

Breastfeeding Lactation Management Who is Fasting

With the changes in feeding schedule, it does not mean food intake dikonsumsipun also change. Importantly, nursing mothers still eat 3 meals a day and the discipline to consume foods with balanced nutrition, with composition of 50% carbohydrate, 30% protein and 10-20% fat.

Then, the following things can be done to ensure that the mother's milk production during fasting remains smooth and qualified:

1. Menu with a balanced nutritional intake

Mothers who are breastfeeding does require about 700 additional calories per day, 500 calories of food taken from the mother and 200 calories derived from fat reserves in the mother's body. Therefore, it is important for breastfeeding mothers who are fasting to maintain 3x daily diet with balanced nutrition menu. At dawn, when breaking the fast and before going to bed after praying tarawih. Meal would produce useful energy for our activities that day. Composition of foods with balanced nutrition will produce good food nutrients for children.

2. Expand the consumption of fluids, ranging from breaking until dawn

If you can drink water during the day as much as two liters, plus other types of liquids such as fruit juice, sweet tea and warm milk. Drinking a glass of milk every dawn could reduce the threat of anemia for pregnant and lactating mothers. Anemia is a reduction in levels of hemoglobin (Hb) in blood. Breaking the fast by drinking warm beverages, will stimulate the smooth milk for nursing mothers.

2. Get plenty of rest

Feeling faint when fasting was not uncommon, especially if the mother has just breastfeeding. Try to rest a moment, whether by way of sleep or simply relax, calm the mind. Breastfeeding mothers need to know, that are increasingly being exploited by the baby's breast, then milk production will be more and more. So, if during fasting remain diligent in lactating mothers, breast milk will remain smooth.

11 Tips to Overcome Blues Baby Syndrome

2011-05-27T04:33:00.000-07:00

Here are some things you can do to prevent and overcome the Baby Blues and Postpartum Depression Syndrome:

Prenatal

Begin to ask for support and help the family before the birth
Prepare mentally and your knowledge about infant care and health
If you've mastered a variety of baby care tips since before giving birth, then you will be mentally ready to become a mother

After Childbirth

Ask the help of husbands, parents, in-laws, and relatives in the care of your baby
Go to sleep while there is opportunity
Tell your difficulties to your husband
Join the community mothers to share experiences and feelings
Do not overload yourself
Take advantage of free time to relax
Watch your diet
Give an explanation to your husband about the Baby Blues Syndrome, so he could understand the changes your attitudes and behavior

In the case of Postpartum Depression (PPD), the situation could be very bad, so that the tips above is not sufficient. We recommend that you consult with your doctor if you or your family seem to suffer from PPD, because it required more intensive care.

What is Baby Blues Syndrome? What difference is With Postpartum Depression?

2011-05-27T04:31:00.000-07:00

Blues Baby Syndrome, or often also called Postpartum Distress Syndrome is feeling sad and upset experienced by approximately 50-80% of women after giving birth to her baby.

Strange indeed ... feeling happy looking forward to the birth of the baby, turned out in some mothers can turn into depression after the birth of a baby.

Blues Baby Syndrome is still relatively mild and usually lasts up to 2 weeks. If you experience more than 2 weeks, it could be a Postpartum Depression and you should consult with your doctor ...

Some symptoms of Blues Baby Syndrome Cases:

Crying for no apparent reason
Easily annoyed
Tired
Anxious
Impatient
Reluctant to pay attention to the baby
Not confident
It's hard to rest in peace
Touchy

If after delivery you are experiencing a variety of conditions and feelings of the above, then most likely you're hit by Baby Blues Syndrome ...

What difference with Baby Blues Postpartum Depression Syndrome?

The difference lies both in frequency, intensity, and duration of ongoing symptoms above. In Postpartum Depression, you will feel the symptoms are more frequent, more intense, and longer.

How do I tell?

Actually it's easy. One way is to pay attention to the mother's sleep patterns. If when there is someone else look after the baby, the mother could sleep, then it is probable that the mother suffered only Blues Baby Syndrome (BBS). But if the mother is very difficult to fall asleep while the baby is maintained by someone else, then maybe the level of depression was included in the Postpartum Depression (PPD).

Some Symptoms of Postpartum Depression:

Fast furious
Confused
Easy to panic
Feeling hopeless
Changes in eating and sleeping patterns
There is a feeling of fear could hurt her baby
There is a feeling of worry could not properly care for her baby
Arises the feeling that he could not be a good mother

PPD can last up to 1 year after the birth of a baby ...

In cases of acute PPD, the mother could have committed suicide or hurt her own baby ...

What causes PPD?

Although up to this writing no one knows the exact cause of PPD, but the following factors seem very influential:

Changes in the mother's hormones
The pressure becomes new mother
There is a family history associated with depression
Lack of assistance when giving birth
Feeling isolated
Fatigue

Antibiotics to Delay Premature Baby Birth?

2011-05-27T04:06:00.000-07:00

Use of antibitoik to delay the birth of premature babies to invite controversy among the experts in the UK. Some researchers found that these practices can cause effects that are harmful for the baby to term.

Contra Opinions

According to them, the harmful effects include disorders Cerebral Palsy (CP) - namely the balance and motor disorders, as well as defects in hearing and vision. These disturbances are not only attacking the baby shortly after birth, but also most likely to take place until he was adult.

The discussion was raised in England after membludaknya prescribing antibiotics to pregnant women who have not broken ketubannya, with intent to delay the birth of premature babies. In fact, these antibiotics should not be given routinely, especially if the pregnant woman does not have an infection and water ketubannya still not broken.

Pro Opinion

According to those who say that giving antibiotics to pregnant women is safe, one reason is that research conducted by the Medical Research Council (MRC) for 7 years.

They have examined a number of 3196 children whose mothers are given antibiotics (erythromycin or co-amoxiclav) during pregnancy. Both types of antibiotics is believed to treat primary infection that can cause the mother gave birth to her baby prematurely.

The conclusion?

If indeed the mother is diagnosed with an infection that can cause premature birth, the MRC said that it is okay to give him antibiotics, because it is expected to help save lives.

But clearly, if you are a mother ... avoid the indiscriminate use of antibiotics while pregnant and is always consult with your gynecologist what kind of antibiotics are safe for your content!

Ankle swelling during pregnancy: Is it a concern?

2008-07-09T23:31:00.000-07:00

What causes ankle swelling during pregnancy? Should I be concerned about severe swelling?

- No name / No state given

Mayo Clinic obstetrician and gynecologist Roger Harms, M.D., and colleagues answer select questions from readers.

Answer

Foot and ankle swelling during pregnancy is common and almost always goes away after delivery. You may notice that it's worse at the end of the day or during hot weather.

So what causes foot and ankle swelling during pregnancy? Your body produces and retains more fluid during pregnancy. Also, your growing uterus puts pressure on the veins to your legs — especially in the later months of pregnancy. This impairs return of blood to the heart and causes more fluid to build up in your legs, ankles and feet. Standing for long periods can increase this pressure.

To manage or relieve leg swelling during pregnancy:

Take breaks during the day when you can sit with your feet up. When possible, go a step further and lie down with your legs elevated for an hour in the middle of the afternoon.
While sleeping, lie on your side or elevate your legs slightly with pillows.
Don't cross your legs when you sit.
Use a footrest when sitting.
Avoid standing or sitting with your feet on the floor for long periods.
Stay cool because heat can make the swelling worse.
Swim, walk or even stand in a pool at least 4 feet deep. The buoyancy of the water helps lift the baby off your pelvis.
Avoid tight clothing.
Wear supportive, elastic hose; regular nylons won't help.
Exercise regularly.
Apply cold-water compresses on swollen areas.

Although mild foot and ankle swelling during pregnancy is normal, call or see your doctor promptly if you have:

Severe or sudden swelling. This could be a sign of a serious condition called preeclampsia. Other signs and symptoms of preeclampsia include severe headaches, blurred vision and dizziness.
Swelling in only one leg, especially if you have pain or tenderness in your calf or thigh. This could be a sign of a blood clot.

Source:
www.mayoclinic.com

Prenatal care: What to expect during the third trimester

2008-07-09T23:29:00.000-07:00

Pregnancy and prenatal care go hand in hand, even as your due date approaches. During the third trimester, prenatal care includes vaginal exams to check the baby's position.

Prenatal care continues until delivery. Your health care provider will continue to monitor your blood pressure and weight, as well as your baby's heartbeat and movements. During the last month of pregnancy, expect weekly checkups.

Testing for group B strep

Most pregnant women are screened for group B streptococcus (GBS) during the third trimester. GBS is a common bacterium that's usually harmless in adults — but babies who become infected with GBS can become critically ill. If a swab from your vagina and rectal area tests positive for GBS, you'll probably be given intravenous antibiotics during labor to protect your baby from the bacterium.

Prenatal care: What to expect during the third trimester

Pregnancy and prenatal care go hand in hand, even as your due date approaches. During the third trimester, prenatal care includes vaginal exams to check the baby's position.

Testing for group B strep

Resuming vaginal exams

As your due date approaches, your checkups may include vaginal exams. Your health care provider may:

Check the baby's position. During a vaginal exam, your health care provider can feel your baby's head in your lower abdomen or at the top of the birth canal. If your baby is positioned headfirst, you're good to go. If your baby is positioned rump-first or feet-first (breech), your health care provider may recommend trying to turn the baby by applying pressure to your abdomen. This procedure is called an external version. If your baby remains in a breech position, you may need a C-section delivery.
Detect cervical changes. As your body prepares for birth, your cervix will begin to soften, open (dilate) and thin (efface). Progress is expressed in centimeters (cm) and percentages. For example, your cervix may be 3 cm dilated and 30 percent effaced. When you're ready to push your baby out, your cervix will be 10 cm dilated and 100 percent effaced.

Resist the temptation to put much stock in these numbers. Cervical changes can help your health care provider determine how difficult it would be to induce your labor, but these numbers can't predict spontaneous labor. You may be dilated to 3 cm for weeks — or you may go into labor without any dilation or effacement at all.

Keep asking questions

You may have plenty of questions as your due date approaches. Is it OK to have sex? How will I know when I'm in labor? What's the best way to manage the pain? Ask away! Also discuss a birthing plan with your health care provider. Feeling prepared can help calm your nerves before delivery.

Source:

www.mayoclinic.com

Pregnancy symptoms: What to expect during the third trimester

2008-07-09T23:27:00.000-07:00

You're in the home stretch! The last stage of pregnancy may bring new pregnancy symptoms — but relieve earlier ones.

The last few months of pregnancy can be physically and emotionally challenging. Your baby's size and position may make it hard for you to get comfortable. You may be tired of pregnancy and anxious to get it over with. If you've been gearing up for your due date, you may be disappointed if it comes and goes uneventfully.

Try to remain positive as you look forward to the end of your pregnancy. Soon you'll hold your baby in your arms! Here's what to expect in the meantime.

Your body

As your baby grows, his or her movements will become more obvious. These exciting sensations are often accompanied by increasing discomfort and other late pregnancy symptoms.

Backaches. As your baby continues to gain weight, pregnancy hormones relax the joints between the bones in your pelvic area. These changes can be tough on your back. Hip pain is common, too.

If you must stand, place one foot on a box or stool. Sit in chairs with good back support. Apply a heating pad or ice pack to the painful area. Ask your partner for a massage. If the back pain doesn't go away or is accompanied by other signs and symptoms, contact your health care provider.
Swelling. Swollen feet and ankles may become an issue at this stage of pregnancy. Your growing uterus puts pressure on the veins that return blood from your feet and legs. Fluid retention and dilated blood vessels may leave your face and eyelids puffy, especially in the morning. If you have persistent face or eyelid swelling, contact your health care provider.

To reduce swelling, use cold compresses on the affected areas. Lying down or using a footrest may relieve ankle swelling. You might even elevate your feet and legs while you sleep. It may also help to swim or simply stand in a pool.
Shortness of breath. You may get winded easily as your uterus expands beneath your diaphragm, the muscle just below your lungs. This may improve when the baby settles deeper into your pelvis before delivery. In the meantime, practice good posture and sleep on your side. As long as your health care provider says it's OK, aerobic exercise can help relieve this pregnancy symptom, too.
Heartburn. Your growing uterus may push your stomach out of its normal position, which can contribute to heartburn. To keep stomach acid where it belongs, eat small meals and drink plenty of fluids. If this doesn't help, ask your health care provider about antacids.
Spider veins, varicose veins and hemorrhoids. Increased blood circulation may cause small reddish spots that sprout tiny blood vessels on your face, neck, upper chest or arms, especially if you have fair skin. Varicose veins — blue or reddish lines beneath the surface of the skin — also may appear, particularly in the legs. Hemorrhoids — varicose veins in your rectum — are another possibility.

If you have painful varicose veins, elevate your legs and wear support stockings. To prevent hemorrhoids, avoid constipation. Include plenty of fiber in your diet and drink lots of fluids.
Stretch marks. You may notice pink, red or purple streaks along your abdomen, breasts, upper arms, buttocks or thighs. Your stretching skin may also be itchy. Moisturizers can help. Although stretch marks can't be prevented, eventually they fade in intensity.
Continued breast growth. By now, you may have an additional 1 to 3 pounds of breast tissue. As delivery approaches, your nipples may start leaking colostrum — the yellowish fluid that will nourish your baby during the first few days of life.
Frequent urination. As your baby moves deeper into your pelvis, you'll feel more pressure on your bladder. You may find yourself urinating more often, even during the night. This extra pressure may also cause you to leak urine — especially when you laugh, cough or sneeze.

Continue to watch for signs of a urinary tract infection, such as urinating even more than usual, burning during urination, fever, abdominal pain or backache. Left untreated, a urinary tract infection may damage your kidneys and trigger preterm labor.
Braxton Hicks contractions. These contractions are warm-ups for the real thing. They're painless and come and go unpredictably. True labor contractions get longer, stronger and closer together. If you're having contractions that concern you, contact your health care provider.
Weight gain. By your due date, you may weigh 25 to 35 pounds more than you did before pregnancy. Your baby accounts for some of the weight gain, but you also need to count the placenta, amniotic fluid, larger breasts and uterus, extra fat stores, and increased blood and fluid volume.
Vaginal discharge. Potentially heavy vaginal discharge is common at the end of pregnancy. If you saturate a panty liner within a few hours or wonder if the discharge is leaking amniotic fluid, contact your health care provider.

Your emotions

As anticipation grows, fears about childbirth may become more persistent. How much will it hurt? How long will it last? How will I cope?

If you haven't done so already, you may want to take childbirth classes. You'll learn what to expect — and meet other moms-to-be who share your excitement and concerns. Talk with women who've had positive birth experiences, and ask your health care provider what options you may have for pain relief. Tell yourself that you'll simply do the best you can. There's no right or wrong way to have a baby.

The reality of parenthood may start to sink in as well. You may feel anxious and overwhelmed, especially if this is your first baby. To stay calm, revel in the emotions and sensations of being pregnant.

Write your thoughts in a journal.
Listen to soft music.
Talk to your baby.
Take photos of your pregnant belly to share with your child one day.

It also may help to review your decisions about issues such as circumcision and breast-feeding. Knowing how you'll proceed once the baby arrives can give you a greater sense of control.

Appointments with your health care provider

During the third trimester, your health care provider may ask you to come in for more frequent checkups — perhaps every other week beginning at week 32 and every week beginning at week 36.

Like previous visits, your health care provider will check your weight and blood pressure and ask about any signs or symptoms you may be experiencing. You may need screening tests for various conditions, including:

Gestational diabetes. This is a temporary type of diabetes that sometimes develops during pregnancy. Prompt treatment and healthy lifestyle choices can help you manage your blood sugar level and deliver a healthy baby.
Anemia. Anemia is an abnormally low level of red blood cells or hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells that contains iron. Severe anemia may slow your baby's growth or trigger preterm labor. To treat anemia, you may need to take iron supplements.
Group B strep. Group B strep is a type of bacteria that may live in your vagina or rectum. It won't make you sick, but it may cause a serious infection for your baby after birth. If you test positive for group B strep, your health care provider may recommend antibiotics while you're in labor.

Your health care provider will also check your baby's size and heart rate. Near the end of your pregnancy, vaginal exams may help your health care provider determine your baby's position inside your uterus. He or she may also check your cervix to see whether it's begun to soften or dilate in preparation for birth.

If you have specific desires or preferences for labor and birth — such as laboring in water or avoiding medication — you might want to define your wishes in a birth plan. Review the plan with your health care provider ahead of time to prevent any misunderstandings.

As your due date approaches, keep asking questions. How can I tell the difference between false labor and the real thing? When do I need to go to the hospital? Could I be too late for an epidural? Remember, there's no silly question. Understanding what's happening can help you have the most positive birth experience.

Source:

www.mayoclinic.com

Overdue pregnancy: What to do when baby's overdue

2008-07-09T23:25:00.000-07:00

You probably didn't bargain for an overdue pregnancy — but it happens. Here's help hanging in there.

Your due date has come and gone — and you're still pregnant. What's going on?

Probably nothing unusual. Although your due date may seem to have magical qualities, it's simply an educated guess about when your baby is most likely to arrive. It's perfectly normal to give birth one to two weeks before — or after — your due date. In fact, your pregnancy must continue two weeks past your due date to earn the official label of overdue pregnancy.

Enough already!

By this point, you're probably tired of being pregnant. Your back may ache, and your ankles may be swollen. You may be struggling with heartburn and varicose veins. You may have trouble sleeping because you simply can't get comfortable — or anxiety about childbirth may keep you awake.

Rest assured, an overdue pregnancy won't last forever. Labor may begin anytime.

Keeping an eye on your pregnancy

As your pregnancy continues, your health care provider will closely monitor you and your baby. He or she may check your cervix to see if it's begun to thin and dilate in preparation for labor. If you're more than one week past your due date, your health care provider may track your baby's heartbeat with an electronic fetal monitor or use ultrasound to observe your baby's movements and measure the amount of amniotic fluid.

Giving baby a nudge

Sometimes, it's better to deliver sooner rather than later — particularly if your health care provider is concerned about your health or your baby's health or your pregnancy continues more than two weeks past your due date.

Why the concern about two weeks? The longer your pregnancy continues, the larger your baby is likely to be — which may complicate a vaginal delivery. In a few cases, aging of the placenta may compromise your baby's ability to thrive in the womb. An overdue baby is also more likely to inhale fecal waste (meconium) during childbirth, which can cause a lung disease.

If you and your health care provider decide to induce your labor, you may be given medication to help your cervix soften and open. If your amniotic sac is still intact, an opening may be created with a thin plastic hook. It doesn't hurt, but you may feel a warm gush of fluid when the sac breaks open.

Often, these steps are accompanied by medication to kick-start your contractions. The most common choice is Pitocin, a synthetic version of oxytocin — a hormone your body produces at low levels throughout pregnancy and in higher levels during active labor. The dosage may be adjusted to regulate the strength and frequency of your contractions.

Hang in there

You're in the homestretch! Whether your health care provider suggests a wait-and-see approach or schedules an induction, do your best to enjoy the rest of your pregnancy.

Accept your emotions. It's OK to feel frustrated or disappointed. You probably didn't bargain for more than 40 weeks of pregnancy.
Take advantage of the extra time. Sleep in while you can. Put the finishing touches on the nursery. Stock your freezer with extra meals. Address birth announcements and thank you cards.
Make plans. Your health care provider may want you to stay close to home, but that's no reason to miss a new movie, go out to dinner or take a walk in the park. Don't be afraid to make plans just because you may need to cancel at the last minute.
Put your answering machine or voice mail to work. To keep well-meaning friends and loved ones up-to-date, consider recording a greeting with the latest on the pregnancy front. "We're patiently waiting for the big day!" may be enough to handle the inquiries that are sure to test your patience.
Treat home remedies with a dose of caution. A simple Internet search will yield countless results for "natural" ways to trigger labor, such as eating spicy food or having sex. Some tactics are relaxing, others silly — and a few may do more harm than good. Get your health care provider's OK before trying any home remedies, herbal supplements or alternative treatments.
Stay in touch with your health care provider. You'll need frequent checkups until your baby is born. If you think you're in labor, call your health care provider right away.

Soon you'll hold your baby in your arms — and the long wait will no longer matter.

Source:

www.mayoclinic.com

Group B strep: How to protect your baby

2008-07-09T23:21:00.000-07:00

wamoGroup B strep can be dangerous for newborns. Here's what you need to know about group B strep — and why you need to be tested.

Group B streptococcus (group B strep) is a common bacterium often carried in the intestines or lower genital tract. Although group B strep is usually harmless in adults, it can be serious — even life-threatening — for newborns.

Having group B strep in your body is normal. There's nothing you can — or need — to do about it. But if you're pregnant, a group B strep screening test in the third trimester and antibiotic treatment during labor can help protect your baby.

Harmless in adults

Many adults have group B strep in their bodies, usually in the bowel, vagina, rectum or throat. In adults with serious medical conditions, such as liver failure or cancer, group B strep can cause dangerous infections. But most adults simply carry the bacterium, which means they have no symptoms and don't feel sick. In fact, group B strep in otherwise healthy adults isn't treated.

Pregnant women with group B strep are the exception. The bacteria can spread to a baby during a vaginal delivery if the baby is exposed to — or swallows — fluids containing group B strep.

Dangerous for babies

Most babies born to women carrying group B strep are born healthy. But the few who become infected can become critically ill. The risk is highest for premature babies.

In infants, group B strep disease can take two forms:

Early-onset. This is the more common and serious form of group B strep infection in infants. A baby with early-onset group B strep disease typically becomes sick within hours after birth. The infection usually starts with fever, difficulty feeding and lethargy. But it can lead to life-threatening complications, such as inflammation of the lungs (pneumonia), inflammation of the membranes and fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord (meningitis), or infection in the bloodstream (sepsis).
Late-onset. Late-onset group B strep disease develops within a week to a few months after birth. Problems associated with late-onset group B strep disease can be similar to early-onset group B strep disease, but the impact is usually less severe.

Long-term effects of either type of group B strep disease may include seizures, hearing loss or other neurological damage — particularly following meningitis.

How to know if you have group B strep

Most cases of group B strep disease in infants can be prevented by screening and antibiotic treatment during labor. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends group B strep screening for all pregnant women between weeks 35 and 37.

Your health care provider will send a swab from your vagina and rectum to a lab for testing. A positive test indicates that you carry group B strep. It doesn't mean that you're ill or that your baby will be affected. It simply means the potential for newborn infection exists.

How group B strep affects labor

You can have a vaginal delivery if you test positive for group B strep. To protect your baby, you'll be given an intravenous (IV) antibiotic — such as penicillin or ampicillin — when labor begins. If you're allergic to penicillin and related drugs, you may receive clindamycin or a similar alternative. Taking oral antibiotics ahead of time isn't likely to help because the bacterium can return before labor begins.

Antibiotic treatment during labor is also recommended for women who:

Have a urinary tract infection caused by group B strep
Delivered a previous baby with group B strep disease
Develop a fever during labor
Haven't delivered the baby within 18 hours of the membranes rupturing
Go into labor before 37 weeks and haven't been tested for group B strep

Antibiotic therapy isn't usually needed for women who have C-sections.

How group B strep affects baby's first days

Group B strep typically doesn't affect the length of time you and your baby spend in the hospital — and it doesn't affect your ability to breast-feed safely.

Your baby will be carefully monitored after delivery. If your baby's doctor suspects a group B strep infection, a sample of your baby's blood or spinal fluid will be tested for group B strep. If the test is positive, your baby will be given IV antibiotics. In some cases, IV fluids, oxygen or other medications may be needed as well.

Ease your anxiety

The possibility of group B strep disease is scary — but remember that the condition is rare. A woman who has group B strep but doesn't receive antibiotics during labor has a one in 200 chance of delivering a baby with group B strep disease, according to the CDC. But with antibiotic treatment during labor, a full-term baby born to a mother who carries group B strep has only a one in 4,000 chance of developing group B strep disease.

If you test positive for group B strep, remind your health care team during labor. Don't worry about repeating yourself or seeming overly anxious. Your reminders will help your health care team provide the best possible care during labor and delivery.

Source:

www.mayoclinic.com

Fetal development: What happens during the third trimester?

2008-07-09T23:18:00.000-07:00

The countdown is on! See how fetal development continues as your due date approaches.

The end is in sight! By now, you may be tired of being pregnant — and eager to meet your baby face to face. But your uterus is still a busy place. See how fetal development continues as your due date approaches.

Week 28: Baby's eyes open

Your baby is about 15 inches long and weighs about 2 to 3 pounds.

Your baby's eyes are beginning to open and close. The color has been established, but the story's not over yet. Eye color may change within the first six months after birth — especially if your baby's eyes are blue or gray-blue at birth.

Your baby is now sleeping for about 20 to 30 minutes at a time. Fetal movement will be most obvious when you're sitting or lying down.

Week 29: Movement is more forceful

Your baby's bones are fully developed, but they're still soft and pliable. This week, your baby begins storing iron, calcium and phosphorus.

As your baby continues to grow, his or her movements will become more frequent and vigorous. Some of your baby's jabs and punches may even take your breath away.

Week 30: Baby packs on pounds

Your baby weighs about 3 pounds — but not for long. He or she will gain about 1/2 pound a week until week 37.

Your baby may practice breathing by moving his or her diaphragm in a repeating rhythm. If your baby gets the hiccups, you may feel slight twitches or spasms in your uterus.

Week 31: Reproductive development continues

If your baby is a boy, his testicles are moving from their location near the kidneys through the groin on their way into the scrotum. If your baby is a girl, her clitoris is now relatively prominent.

Your baby's lungs are more developed, but they're not fully mature. If your baby is born this week, he or she will probably need a ventilator to assist breathing. Complications such as bleeding in the brain are less likely than they were even a few weeks ago.

Week 32: Downy hair falls off

Your baby is between 15 and 17 inches long and weighs about 4 to 4 1/2 pounds. Nearly all babies born at this age survive the challenges of premature birth.

The layer of soft, downy hair that has covered your baby's skin for the past few months — known as lanugo — starts to fall off this week.

As space in your uterus becomes more cramped, your baby's kicks and other movements may seem less forceful. You may want to check on your baby's movements from time to time — especially if you think you've noticed decreased activity. If you count fewer than 10 movements in two hours, contact your health care provider.

Week 33: Baby detects light

Your baby's pupils now constrict, dilate and detect light. Your baby continues to gain about 1/2 pound a week, and his or her lungs are more completely developed. Babies born this week need extra attention, but almost all will be healthy.

Week 34: Protective coating gets thicker

The pasty white coating that protects your baby's skin — called vernix — gets thicker this week. When your baby is born, you may see traces of vernix firsthand, especially under the arms, behind the ears and in the groin area. The soft, downy hair that covered your baby under the vernix for the past few months is now almost completely gone.

Week 35: Rapid growth continues

Your baby continues to pack on the pounds and store fat all over his or her body. The crowded conditions inside your uterus may make it harder for your baby to give you a punch, but you'll probably feel lots of stretches, rolls and wiggles.

Week 36: Baby can suck

Your baby is between 16 and 19 inches long and weighs about 6 to 6 1/2 pounds. Recent fat deposits have rounded out your baby's face, and your baby's powerful sucking muscles are ready for action. To prepare for birth, your baby may descend into the head-down position.

Week 37: Baby is full-term

By the end of this week, your baby will be considered full-term. As fat continues to accumulate, your baby's body will slowly become rounder.

Week 38: Organ function continues to improve

Your baby weighs nearly 7 pounds. His or her brain and nervous system are working better every day. This developmental process will continue through childhood and adolescence.

Week 39: Placenta provides antibodies

Your baby has enough fat under the skin to maintain body temperature as long as there's a little help from you. The placenta continues to supply your baby with antibodies that will help fight infection the first six months after birth. If you breast-feed your baby, your milk will provide additional antibodies.

Week 40: Your due date arrives

Your baby may be 19 to 21 inches long and weigh 7 to 8 pounds.

Don't be alarmed if your due date comes and goes without incident. It's just as normal to deliver a baby a week or two late — or early — than it is to deliver right on time.

Taking care of your baby

Although your pregnancy is nearly over, healthy lifestyle choices remain important. Remember these simple do's and don'ts:

Do:

Take a prenatal vitamin
Maintain a healthy weight
Exercise regularly, with your health care provider's OK
Eat healthy foods
Manage stress and any chronic health conditions
See your health care provider for regular prenatal checkups — probably once a week for the last month of pregnancy

Don't:

Smoke
Drink alcohol
Use illicit drugs
Take medication without your health care provider's OK

Enjoy the final days of your pregnancy. This is it! The next chapter in your life is about to begin.

Source:

www.mayoclinic.com

Childbirth education: Get ready for labor and delivery

2008-07-09T23:16:00.000-07:00

Do you know what to expect during labor and delivery? Whether you're a first-time mom or a delivery room veteran, here's why you should take a childbirth education class.

By now, you've probably surrounded yourself with articles on childbirth and heard countless labor stories from friends and loved ones. But do you really know what to expect during labor and delivery? A childbirth education class can make all the difference.

Why should I take a childbirth education class?

Whether you're a first-time mom or a delivery room veteran, a childbirth education class can help you prepare to meet the challenges of labor and delivery. Consider the opportunities:

Learn things you never knew about labor, delivery and postpartum care. You'll find out what happens to your body as your baby makes his or her way into the world — from just how messy delivery can be to why you may need to leave your contact lenses at home.
Address your fears. What if I don't make it to the hospital in time? What if I lose control during labor? During class, you'll have the chance to talk about your fears with other couples who probably share the same concerns. The instructor can dispel myths and help put your mind at ease.
Connect with your partner or labor coach. A childbirth education class offers your partner or labor coach the chance to learn about childbirth, too — as well as how to support you during labor.
Discuss options for handling pain. You'll practice various methods for coping with contractions, such as breathing, relaxation and visualization. Most classes also cover the pros and cons of common medications, such as narcotic analgesics and epidural blocks.
Get the basics on Caesarean delivery. You'll learn why a C-section may be needed — and what to expect if you deliver your baby surgically.
Check out the facility. You may tour the facility and see various devices that may be used during labor or delivery, such as a fetal monitor.
Brush up on newborn care. In addition to labor and delivery, you'll likely get a primer on newborns. Common topics include breast-feeding, diapering, bathing and comforting.
Gain a sense of control. Knowledge is power. You'll feel less vulnerable during labor and delivery if you understand what's happening.

Are there different types of childbirth education classes?

Yes. Some classes cover specific types of births, such as C-section, vaginal birth after C-section (VBAC) and multiple births. Refresher courses are available for parents who simply want to review the basics. Other classes focus on specific methods of childbirth. For example:

Lamaze. The goal of Lamaze is to increase confidence in your ability to give birth. Lamaze classes help you learn how to respond to pain in ways that both facilitate labor and promote comfort — including focused breathing, movement and massage.
Bradley. The Bradley Method considers birth a natural process. You're encouraged to trust your body, focusing on diet and exercise throughout pregnancy. You're taught to manage labor through relaxation, deep breathing and the support of your husband or partner.

You may also find classes on other approaches to childbirth, including hypnotherapy and water birth.

What's the best way to find a class?

Childbirth education classes are offered at most hospitals and birthing centers. Some classes are available online or in video format. Ask your health care provider about available classes.You might also check with other parents who've recently had babies.

When should I take the class?

Childbirth education classes are often recommended near the sixth or seventh month of pregnancy — but anytime before you go into labor would be helpful. Typically, classes are offered as one- or two-hour sessions over the course of several months or as full-day weekend sessions. The earlier you register, the more options and flexibility you'll have regarding class dates and times.

How much will it cost?

That depends. Short courses may be offered for a nominal fee. More intense courses may cost $100 or more. Some insurance plans offer reduced registration fees or reimbursement plans for childbirth education classes. Fees at some facilities may be based on your ability to pay.

What is my health care provider's role?

Your health care provider is there to help you have a positive birth experience. With his or her input, use what you learn in your childbirth education class to create a birth plan. No one can guarantee how labor and delivery will unfold, but together you can design a birth plan that meets your expectations for labor, delivery and postpartum care — and that promotes the best care for you and your baby.

Source:

www.mayoclinic.com

Bed rest: How to make the best of it

2008-07-09T23:14:00.000-07:00

Bed rest presents many challenges. Here's why you might need bed rest — and how to make the best of it.

A prescription to stay in bed for days, weeks or even months may seem like a welcome break from real life. You can daydream while someone else handles the chores.

Then reality sets in. You can't go to work, shop for groceries or meet friends for a movie. If you're on complete bed rest, you may not even be able to shower or eat sitting up.

Your health care provider knows how difficult bed rest is — and won't ask you to alter your life so profoundly unless he or she is convinced there's no other choice. To make the best of the situation, focus on the fact that you're doing what's best for both you and your baby.

When bed rest may be recommended

Most women are able to maintain their normal activities throughout pregnancy. If preterm labor or other complications are a concern, however, you might want to slow down. Your health care provider may recommend a period of bed rest at any point during pregnancy if:

You have high blood pressure
You're bleeding or having problems with the placenta
You have an incompetent cervix — a condition in which the cervix is likely to open (dilate) prematurely
You're having contractions or other signs or symptoms of preterm labor
You're carrying twins or other multiples

What bed rest means

Sometimes you'll simply need to decrease your activity level for a period of time. You may be free to move about the house, as long as you avoid lifting children and doing heavy housework. Depending on the demands of your job, you may even be able to continue working.

In other cases, the guidelines are stricter. You may need to remain in a sitting or reclining position most of the time, only getting up to use the toilet or shower. You may not be allowed to work or do even light household chores until the baby is born.

If your health care provider prescribes total bed rest, you may need to lie on your side at all times — including when you eat. Personal hygiene may be limited to sponge baths and a bed pan.

Bed rest is usually done at home. In a few cases, however, bed rest requires hospitalization.

Consider the benefits

Bed rest isn't a proven remedy for preventing pregnancy complications or preterm birth. Bed rest is so widely accepted, however, that studies on the topic are difficult. What researchers do know is that bed rest decreases pressure on the cervix, which may help stop preterm contractions or vaginal bleeding. Bed rest also increases blood flow to the placenta, which can boost your baby's growth.

Understand the side effects

When you're on bed rest, joint pain and muscle aches are common. You may feel weak, dizzy or short of breath when you stand up. Bed rest also may increase the risk of blood clots, especially in the veins in your legs.

Emotionally, you may feel confined and isolated. Mood changes, guilt, anxiety and depression are common — and your partner may feel the same way. Child care is often a source of stress. If you're not able to work, finances may become a concern as well.

After delivery, the effects of muscular and cardiovascular deconditioning may linger — slowing your ability to get back to your usual activities.

What you need to know

Just as every pregnancy is unique, every woman's experience with bed rest is unique — even from one pregnancy to the next. If your health care provider recommends bed rest, ask plenty of questions to make sure you understand the rules.

Background. Why do I need bed rest? Are there any other options?
Timing. How long will I be on bed rest? When will it begin? Will the restrictions be lifted if my symptoms improve?
Position. Can I sit up? For how long? Can I move around the house for a change of scenery? Can I climb the stairs? When I lie down, do I need to use a certain position?
Activity. May I eat dinner at the table? Work at the computer? Fold laundry or do other light chores? Drive a car? Take care of my kids? Do gentle stretching or other types of exercise to help prevent muscular and cardiovascular deconditioning?
Sex. Can my partner and I have intercourse? Is oral sex OK? What about orgasms?
Personal hygiene. May I get up to use the toilet? Take a shower? Wash my hair?

Making the best of it

Bed rest will be tough — but you can do it. Remember that each day of bed rest brings you one day closer to delivery. In the meantime, consider these tips:

Get organized. Make sure everything you need is within reach — the telephone, your address book, a computer, a cooler stocked with bottles of water and healthy snacks, tissues, lip balm, hand wipes, the remote control, books and magazines, writing material, extra pillows, and so on.
Schedule your day. Change into fresh clothes every morning. Plan specific times to connect with your partner, hang out with your kids, phone your boss, read the newspaper and watch favorite shows. If your health care provider approves, set aside time for stretching or other gentle exercises.
Beat boredom. E-mail your friends or write letters the old-fashioned way. Organize photos or start a scrapbook. Knit the baby a sweater. Read your way through the best-seller list. Learn relaxation techniques for labor. Plan weekly menus and grocery lists. Balance the checkbook, pay the bills and update your family's budget. Shop for baby goods online or from catalogs.
Accept help. When friends and loved ones ask what they can do, be prepared with a list of specific tasks — mowing the lawn, shopping for groceries, picking up videos or library books, cleaning the bathroom, taking the kids to the park or simply keeping you company.
Help older kids adjust. Kids often worry when the routine changes. Provide as much stability as you can, whether it's a regular baby sitter in the morning, a favorite aunt to pick them up from school or weekend visits from grandma and grandpa. Remind them why you must stay in bed — so the baby will be healthy when he or she is born. Do quiet activities together, such as reading books, coloring or watching movies.
Seek support. Some days will be better than others. To help maintain a positive attitude, connect with other moms-to-be on bed rest. Check for support groups, bulletin boards and chat rooms online.
Face your finances. If bed rest becomes a financial burden, think creatively. Ask your mortgage holder and credit card companies if you can adjust financing while you're confined to bed.
Expect emotional challenges. Share your fears, hopes and concerns with your partner. Let each other vent if needed. If sex is off limits, look for other ways to maintain intimacy. Take time to kiss, hug and caress.

If the isolation or frustration of bed rest is more than you can handle, consult your health care provider or a mental health professional for additional support. Look toward the future with your baby in your arms.

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www.mayoclinic.com

Back pain during pregnancy

2008-07-09T23:06:00.000-07:00

Back pain and pregnancy often go hand in hand. From good posture and exercise to massage therapy, consider ways to relieve back pain.

Back pain is a common complaint during pregnancy. And it's no wonder. You're gaining weight. You're walking in a new way. Your hormones are relaxing the joints and ligaments throughout your body.

But you don't have to grin and bear it. Often, you can treat — or prevent — back pain during pregnancy with simple self-care strategies or complementary therapies.

Give back pain the boot

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Proper lifting during pregnancy

Consider these steps to ease back pain:

Practice good posture. As your baby grows, your center of gravity shifts forward. As you compensate in some way to avoid falling forward, you may strain the muscles in your lower back — which can cause back pain. Enter the principles of good posture. Tuck your buttocks under, pull your shoulders back and downward, and stand straight and tall.
Sit and stand with care. Sit with your feet slightly elevated, and don't cross your legs. Choose a chair that supports your back. Change position often, and avoid standing for long periods of time. If you must stand, rest one foot on a low step stool.
Sleep on your side. Sleep on your side, not your back. Keep one or both knees bent. It may also help to place one pillow between your knees and another under your abdomen, or use a full-length body pillow.
Lift properly. When lifting a small object, squat down and lift with your legs. Don't bend at the waist or lift with your back. Try to avoid sudden reaching movements or stretching your arms high over your head. And know your limits. Don't attempt to lift heavy objects or children.
Get the right gear. Wear low-heeled shoes with good arch support. Wear maternity pants with a low, supportive waistband. Consider using a maternity support belt.
Try heat, cold or a back rub. Apply heat to your back. Soak in a warm bathtub, or use a hot water bottle or a heating pad. Some women find relief by alternating ice packs with heat. Rubbing your back also may help. Better yet, ask someone to rub your back for you.
Stay fit. Regular exercise can keep your back strong and may actually relieve back pain. With your health care provider's OK, try swimming, walking or riding a stationary bike.
Try pelvic tilt exercises. Kneel on your hands and knees with your head in line with your back. Pull in your abdomen, arching your spine upward. Hold the position for several seconds, then relax your abdomen and back. Repeat three to five times, working gradually up to 10. Ask your health care provider about other stretching exercises, too.
Consider complementary treatments. For some women, massage therapy or chiropractic care provides relief. Although these techniques haven't been proved effective for treating low back pain, they may provide some comfort and are generally safe during pregnancy — as long as you're receiving good prenatal care. Discuss your pain with your health care provider first, however, to make sure you're dealing with muscular back pain rather than an underlying condition.

Acetaminophen (Tylenol, others) is safe to use during pregnancy, but other pain relievers — including aspirin and ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, others) — are not. Check with your health care provider before taking any medication to treat your back pain.

Take back pain seriously

Back pain during pregnancy probably won't come as a surprise, but that doesn't mean you should ignore it. A low, dull backache may be a sign of preterm labor. And severe back pain or back pain that's accompanied by vaginal bleeding or discharge may indicate an underlying problem that needs attention. If you're concerned about your back pain, contact your health care provider right away.

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www.mayoclinic.com

Fundal height: An accurate indicator of fetal growth?

2008-07-09T23:03:00.000-07:00

I'm 27 weeks pregnant. My doctor says I'm measuring at 29 weeks. What does this mean? How accurate is fundal height?

- Patricia / Arkansas

Mayo Clinic obstetrician and gynecologist Roger Harms, M.D., and colleagues answer select questions from readers.

Answer

Fundal height, the distance from the top of the uterus to the pubic bone measured in centimeters, usually matches closely to the number of weeks you've been pregnant. For example, if you are 25 weeks pregnant, your physician would expect your fundal height to be about 25 centimeters.

However, I wouldn't be concerned about having a fundal height two centimeters larger than expected. A two-centimeter variance is not unusual and can be caused by many factors that do not imply a problem for your baby:

Your uterus might be thicker than average.
Your abdominal wall may increase the measurement a bit.
Your baby may be in a breech position.
You might be carrying a larger, but perfectly healthy baby.

Of course, if the measurement continues to increase faster than expected, your doctor may suspect:

Rapid growth of the fetus (macrosomia) due to gestational diabetes
Excessive amniotic fluid (polyhydramnios), which may indicate a problem with the baby or the pregnancy

Your doctor may order an ultrasound to assess the cause. A multiple pregnancy also would be considered.

It's also common for pregnant women to have a fundal height that is a few centimeters smaller than expected. This could be due to:

A very slim frame or well-conditioned abdominal muscles
Tall stature with a straight back, so the uterus doesn't protrude forward as much as in average-height women
A smaller, but perfectly healthy baby

Similarly, if you were measuring much smaller than expected for the number of weeks you've been pregnant, or if the measurement continues to increase at a slower rate than expected, your doctor may suspect:

There is too little amniotic fluid surrounding your baby (oligohydramnios), which may indicate a problem with the baby or the pregnancy.
Your baby is growing at a slower rate than expected, a condition called intrauterine growth restriction.

An ultrasound is often used to help your doctor determine the cause.

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www.mayoclinic.com

Twin pregnancy: What multiples mean for mom

2008-07-09T23:00:00.000-07:00

Twin pregnancy? Taking good care of yourself is the best way to take care of your babies. Here's what you need to know.

Would you be surprised to learn that you're carrying twins or even triplets? It happens to an estimated three in every 100 pregnant women in the United States. Worldwide rates of twin pregnancy vary. One thing is certain, however: Twin pregnancy rates are on the rise.

What's driving the twin pregnancy trend?

Many women are delaying pregnancy well into their 30s and beyond — when age-related hormonal changes may cause more than one egg to be released at a time. This boosts the odds of conceiving nonidentical (fraternal) twins.

Because of their decreased fertility, older women are also more likely to use assisted reproductive technologies — such as in vitro fertilization — to conceive. Since these procedures typically involve implanting more than one fertilized egg in the uterus, they're more likely to result in twins or other multiples.

How multiples are made

Fraternal twins — the most common kind — occur when two separate eggs are fertilized by two different sperm. Each twin has his or her own placenta and amniotic sac. The twins can be two girls, two boys, or a boy and a girl. Genetically, they're no more alike than any other siblings.

Identical twins occur when a single fertilized egg splits and develops into two fetuses. Identical twins may share a placenta, but each baby usually has a separate amniotic sac. Genetically, the two babies are identical. They'll be the same sex and look exactly alike. Rarely, identical twins fail to completely separate into two individuals. These babies are known as conjoined twins.

Triplets and other higher order multiples can be identical, fraternal or a combination of both.

Diagnosing a twin pregnancy

Typically, a twin pregnancy is diagnosed before delivery. The first clue is often a uterus that's larger than normal or more than one fetal heartbeat. Certain blood tests may suggest twins or other multiples as well.

A suspected twin pregnancy is often confirmed with an ultrasound. During this exam, sound waves are used to create images of your uterus and baby — or babies.

Sometimes a seemingly normal twin pregnancy is later found to have only one baby. This is known as vanishing twin syndrome. Such an episode can be heartbreaking, frustrating and confusing. Often, there's no clear explanation for the loss.

What twin pregnancy means for mom

Taking good care of yourself is the best way to take care of your babies. During pregnancy, you can expect:

More side effects. Carrying multiples may intensify common pregnancy complaints, such as nausea, vomiting, heartburn, insomnia and fatigue. Abdominal pain, shortness of breath and pressure on the pubic bone are common as well.
More frequent checkups. You'll see your health care provider often to track your babies' growth and development, monitor your health, and watch for signs of preterm labor. You may need frequent ultrasounds or other tests. Your health care provider may recommend every-other-week visits during the second trimester and once-a-week visits during the third trimester.
More emphasis on certain nutrients. You'll need more folic acid, calcium, iron, protein and other essential nutrients. If you're already eating healthfully, keep it up — and be sure to take a daily prenatal vitamin. Your health care provider may recommend an iron supplement as well.
More weight gain. Gaining the right amount of weight can support your babies' health. It also makes it easier to shed the extra pounds after delivery. For twins, the recommendation is often 35 to 45 pounds. This may sound like a lot, but it only takes about 300 extra calories a day. Work with your health care provider to determine what's right for you.
More precautions. Your health care provider may ask you to limit some of your activities — such as work, travel and exercise — as your pregnancy progresses.

Consider complications

Healthy multiples are born every day. But it's important to be aware of possible complications. For example:

Preterm labor. Most pregnancies last 38 to 42 weeks. For a twin pregnancy, 37 to 39 weeks is optimal. Preterm labor refers to contractions that begin to open the cervix before week 37. Sometimes contractions can be stopped with fluids or medication. Although bed rest hasn't been proved an effective way to prevent preterm labor, it's often prescribed as a safeguard.
Preterm birth. If preterm labor can't be stopped, your babies may be born too early — the most serious risk for multiples. You may be given injections of a steroid medication to speed your babies' lung development. Even then, the smallest preemies may fight to survive. Complications may include low birth weight, breathing and digestive difficulties, underdeveloped organs, learning disabilities, and developmental problems.

Rarely, one baby is born prematurely while the other baby or babies are able to continue developing in the womb. This is known as a delayed-interval delivery.
High blood pressure. Mothers of multiples are more likely to develop high blood pressure during pregnancy. When high blood pressure is combined with protein in the urine, the condition is known as preeclampsia. Careful management is needed to prevent serious complications for both mother and baby.
Gestational diabetes. Mothers of multiples are more likely to develop gestational diabetes, a type of diabetes that occurs only during pregnancy. Gestational diabetes may damage the placenta and increase the risk of breathing problems at birth. Although gestational diabetes may cause single babies to grow too large, that effect is often blunted in twins.
Twin-twin transfusion. With identical twins, it's possible for a blood vessel in the placenta to connect the babies' circulatory systems. This causes one baby to receive too much blood and the other too little. Often, babies in this situation are delivered as soon as the benefits of early birth outweigh the potential problems of prematurity.
C-section delivery. It's possible to deliver multiples vaginally. C-section deliveries are common for twin pregnancies, however — especially if the babies aren't in a head-down position. In some cases, complications after the vaginal delivery of the first twin may require a C-section delivery for the second twin. C-sections are usually considered the safest option for triplets and higher order

Caring for multiples

Healthy multiples have the same needs as other newborns. Yet with twins, you'll have a double dose. You may need more rest and support than you imagined. Take time to enjoy your babies — and ask friends, loved ones and others for help when you need it.

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http://www.mayoclinic.com

Quad screen

2008-07-09T22:58:00.000-07:00

Definition

The quad screen is a prenatal test that measures levels of four substances in a pregnant woman's blood:

Alpha-fetoprotein (AFP), a protein produced by the baby's liver
Human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG), a hormone produced by the placenta
Estriol, another pregnancy-related hormone
Inhibin A, another pregnancy-related protein

Typically, the quad screen is done between weeks 15 and 20 of pregnancy. Results of the quad screen indicate your risk of carrying a baby who has certain developmental or chromosomal conditions, such as spina bifida or Down syndrome.

If your risk level is low, the quad screen can offer reassurance of a healthy pregnancy. If your risk level is moderate or high, you may choose to follow the quad screen with more invasive diagnostic testing — such as amniocentesis — to determine whether the baby actually has Down syndrome or other developmental or chromosomal conditions.

The quad screen is also known by various other names, including the quad marker screen, four-marker screen, multiple marker screen and maternal serum marker.

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http://www.mayoclinic.com